Cabernet Sauvignon

As we completed this month's flyer, we had not yet had a chance to sample this wine. Based on the incredible review from Wine & Spirits Magazine, however, we figured that we just couldn't go wrong. Even if it turns out that they were optimistic by four points, this is still a great buy. If their score holds up then this is the deal of the decade!
Tilia
Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 . . . . . Too Low To Show!
91/100 - Wine & Spirits. "Lightly floral and decidedly fruity, this is rich in cherry flavors that give it a fresh, clean air. A selection from organically farmed vineyards in Mendoza, the fruit is pure and direct, with enough tannin for an Argentine asado." (Argentina)

Liberty School
Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 . . . . . 9.99
88/100 - Our score.
The quality of Liberty School Cabernet has always been above average for the price category, but - bumped up by the phenomenal 2007 Cabernet vintage in California – this edition is up a few notches from the norm. The juicy blackberry and cassis flavors are smooth as silk. A touch of a jammy quality makes the fruit-filled finish hang around a little longer. This is a lovely Cabernet value. (California)

B.R. Cohn
"Silver Label"
North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 . . . . . Too Low To Show!
88/100 - Wine Spectator. "Trim and focused, with spice, dill, cedar, black cherry and plum flavors. Full-bodied and elegant, ending with delicate fruit and cedar notes. Drink now through 2016." (California)

Burgess
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 . . . . . 21.99
90-91/100 - Our score.
A delicious Cabernet from Napa Valley pioneer Tom Burgess. Full-bodied, with rich black cherry and black currant flavors that are nicely complemented by the well integrated French oak influences and spiciness on the finish. At the winery this sells for $36. Typical online retail is $29.99. At our price of $21.99, this is an absolutely tremendous buy. (California)

Honig
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 . . . . . 29.99
92/100 - Wine Spectator. "Marked by herb, dill, cedar, sage and dried currant flavors. Full-bodied and well- structured, both supple and tight at points, showing its subtle tannic strength on the finish. Drink now through 2017." (California)

Mount Eden Vineyards
Santa Cruz Mountains
Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 . . . . . 37.99
93+/100 - Wine Advocate.
93/100 - International Wine Cellar. "($40; 75% cabernet sauvignon, 22% merlot and 3% cabernet franc) Ruby-red color. Cherry preserves, cassis, pipe tobacco and dried flowers on the nose, with a sexy note of oak spice emerging with air. Juicy and gently sweet red and dark berry flavors are complemented by notes of bitter chocolate and cherry pit, with a hint of spicy tobacco on the back end. At once deep and graceful, with strong finishing cut and a lingering note of bitter cherry. I prefer this bottling to the excellent 2005 and find it more accessible as well." (California)
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Caymus
Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 . . . . . Too Low to Show!
93/100 - Our score.
This winery continues to blow us away. Not only do they make a better wine than the vast majority of Napa Valley houses, but they continue to sell it for a reasonable price. Though our margins have gotten squeezed a bit, we have not taken a price increase on this wine in over 10 years. Our price on the 2008 is actually two bucks lower than the 2007! The nose just explodes with rich Cabernet fruit, dark chocolate, subtle olive notes and cedar. The palate entry is wonderfully supple, revealing rich cassis, plum, more chocolate and some very nice flourishes of baking spice and pipe tobacco. The tannins are fairly submerged, allowing for this wine to be immediately enjoyable. The wine needs no decanting - it is stunningly beautiful from the moment the cork is popped. We expect that it will just continue to get better over the next 5-10 years. (California)


Our Scoring Scale 96 -100 - Extraordinary 90 - 95 - Exceptional 85 - 89 - Above Average
84 and below -	You won't find it at the Wine Discount Center