514 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Cabernet Sa
96+ Points

Stanton Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2014

This crowd-pleaser features intense aromas of black currents and sultry dark chocolate. On the palate, this muscular Cabernet delivers layer after layer of ripe dark fruit, exotic spice, anise, and a core of minerality that combine to create an exciting, yet balanced, experience. Enjoy now or cellar for 5-7 years. Read Full Review →
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Sullivan Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Estate 2015

This prodigious effort from one of Napa’s most popular Cabernet neighborhoods is alluring from the start with prominent plum and sage aromas. The rich and smooth palate boasts power and grace, with a deft array of black cherry coulis and cassis flavors complimented by dusty tannins. Hints of tobacco and dark chocolate carry through to... Read Full Review →
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2016

The 2016 Textbook ‘Mise En Place’ is remarkably serious-tasting, exceedingly satisfying and a must-have for collectors looking for an undiscovered value. A dramatic Cabernet, complex and layered, this shows deeply concentrated blackberry essence, black currant, dark chocolate and alluring baking spices that are intricately woven with a sweet, smoky oak influence. Tasted alongside a bevy... Read Full Review →
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Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place 2019

The 2019 vintage of Textbook ‘Mise En Place’ bottling displays the velvety rich and luxuriously smooth texture + delicious dark fruit that has become the hallmark of Napa’s acclaimed 2019 vintage. Launching forth with satisfying notes of plums, dark chocolate, espresso and exotic spices that are deftly melded together with plush tannins and hints of... Read Full Review →
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The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2014

Absolutely bursting at the seams with flavor, this hedonistic Cabernet delivers the goods at every level, and featuring gobs of chocolate walnut brownie flavors. Intense aromatics of chocolate, spice, and crushed walnuts, the palate is rich and layered, showing cassis, blackberry liqueur, baking spices, and a touch of white pepper. Read Full Review →
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The Dotted Line Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2015

This velvetty smooth and rich Cabernet delivers the thrills at every level, boasting opulent layers of dark chocolate walnut brownie and intense fruit balanced by bold tannins. A captivating bouquet of baking spice, espresso and crushed walnuts lead to a palate featuring cassis, blackberry liqueur, and a touch of creamy vanilla. The finish lasts at... Read Full Review →
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Vine Cliff Cabernet Napa Valley 2019

This sumptuous, immensely food-friendly new release waltzes out of the glass with flashy, flamboyant, and ultra-smooth thrills that remind us of prized Cabernets trading for much higher prices. Opulent notes of dark chocolate, walnut brownies, and vanilla oak, with a silky smooth texture. Full-throttle flavors include crème de cassis, blueberry pie, sweet baking spice plus... Read Full Review →
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Waterstone Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Reserve 2015

From the deep dark fruited nose to the succulent finish, this Cabernet is truly in a league of its own. A wholesome wine, succulent in plum, currant, sage, blackberry, dark chocolate, cassis, licorice and toasted cedar. The tannins are regal with sufficient vibrancy to fill in the polished, bold and intense palate. So beautiful now,... Read Full Review →
97 Points

Ad Vivum Cabernet Sauvignon Sleeping Lady 2016

Opaque, with a deep ruby color and purple tinge. Layered aromas include generous cassis, super-ripe raspberry and black licorice, with notes of graphite and anise. These aromas are echoed on the wine’s voluptuous palate. The wine coats the mouth with ripe, silky tannins, and hints of clove and pain grillé from well-integrated French oak follow... Read Full Review →
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Addax Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Tench 2015

This delightful new release from the renowned Tench vineyard (next door to Screaming Eagle) exudes aromas of blackcurrant and loads of red berries, hints of tobacco leaf and lavender. A mouthwatering entry coats the palate with elegant and well-defined layers, while the flavor and texture are complemented by notes of creamy French oak. This is... Read Full Review →