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Ellis Neil Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard Selection(2004)
- Winery:
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region:
- South Africa
- Type:
- User Tags:
- red grape, character, cabernet sauvignon, fine tannins, classic, distinct, spice, syrah, oak - heavy, structure
- Stephen Tanzer
- International Wine Cellar
- Issue 131, March/April 2007
- 91(+?)
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July 2007
- ($43) Bright ruby-red. Sappy aromas of currant, minerals and licorice. Densely packed, vibrant and fine-grained but quite youthfully backward. Brisk acidity gives this pure, classic cabernet a penetrating character. Finishes with broad, fine tannins and a distinct spice character. Wonderfully balanced, structured cabernet, but give this plenty of air if you plan to open it anytime soon. Ten percent of shiraz from the 2005 vintage was blended in after the wine had spent 18 months in oak.
