Columbia Crest Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Even better than the 2006. The dark berry nuance is wonderful. Very nice on the nose. A bit more complex than 2006. Very decent finish. When drinking, I Did not let bottle stay open for more than 30 minutes. I would say the 2005 was still a bit better when immediately opening. I just wish I had some more. Although, the 2007 might require more cellaring. I think this depends on how anal of a wine drinker you are. Overall, Excellent wine for your money. Binny's in Chicago is selling this wine for $34.99 on the `07 Reserve vintage. It probably will not last long. Last year the `06 was going for $27.99. Quite a jump if you ask me! I think distributors are betting high since CC won the WS Wine of the Year for 2009 on their `05 vintage. Interestingly, Harvey Steinman from Wine Spectator Magazine (who rates this varietal,) has been rating the Pacific NW moderately high for the last few years too. Maybe the Pacific NW is starting to compete with Northern Cal? Well see. If the Reserve is all out, and want a great value wine from CC, I would recommend the 2008 CC Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon. Costco sells it for $7.79. Its perfect for drinking wine any night of the week. I bet WS will rate it a 90. Your non-snoothy friends will think its great. ;). Happy Hunting!

What good is there to say about this wine: it was overly oaked and quite hot on the palate so hardly any of the heavy fruit beneath could come through. full-boded and a punch in the face.

Great value! Earthy and chocolatey and holds its own in boldness with more expensive cabs. p.s. Apparently I'm not the only one! I liked it even better the second day, and went back to my local world market, where they were sold out and said they wouldn't have it again, bec. their supplier was out! I got it elsewhere, but I guess there was a rush!

Amazing value wine. Velvety, dark and complex. Prominent dark fruits and vanilla.

An oaky cab that nonetheless is easy to drink and pairs well with meat or pasta. Can't be beat for the price.

For the money and in my opinion this is a great bottle and an easy drinker that goes well with almost any food pairing.

Has scents of smoke, grass, and berries. A bit sweet with black raspberries at the start. Medium bodied, with a slight coffee finish. Good for the price.