The deep intense purple color of this Cabernet Sauvignon
opens up with aromas of black fruit, cassis, dried figs, cigar box and crack
black pepper. On the mouthfeel, full bodied, black fruit, smoky and toasty oak
flavours, low acidity and dusty tannins. Medium-long finish with oak
characteristic and puckering, woody tannins lingering. I wish there would have
been less oak and more acidity, on the palate, this Cabernet feels a bit heavy
and somewhat clumsy. This wine was better on the second night, which meant decanting would be a good idea or to cellar,
mid-term 1-2 years. This wine is a blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5%
Cabernet Franc in a supporting role, maturation took place in 1st, 2nd and 3rd
use oak barrels for 14 months with alcohol coming in at 14.5 %. Score 88 points.
Purchased July 7, 2012 LCBO New Release (275594) at $17.95
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