2009 The Farm Cabernet Sauvignon Cardinal
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The estate's 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Cardinal is a rich, powerful and intense wine layered with black fruit, spices, licorice and mint. It too, saw 24 months in 100% new French oak. Frankly, this is a mystifying wine. At this stage, there is very little varietal character in the glass.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
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The estate’s 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Cardinal is a rich, powerful and intense wine layered with black fruit, spices, licorice and mint. It, too, saw 24 months in 100% new French oak. Frankly, this is a mystifying wine. At this stage, there is very little varietal character in the glass. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. These are the first wines I have tasted from The Farm. Well-known Argentine winemaker Santiago Achaval is at the helm. Although these two offerings boast considerable richness and power, they are also dominated by new French oak. Cabernet Sauvignon plays an important role in both wines, something quite unusual in Westside Paso Robles. For now, The Farm remains a work in progress. Tel. (805) 400-3276; info@thefarmwinery.com