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Joseph Phelps Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (2005)

The wine was aged in a combination of new French and American oak barrels (50%) and two-year-old oak (50%) from coopers Sylvain, Demptos, Nadalie, Canton, Taransaud, Vicard and World Cooperage.
The fruit is from estate-owned vineyards (75%) and independent growers (25%).
2005 Vintage Notes: The 2005 vintage was unusually late due to mild temperatures that averaged between 70-80°. From August 1 to October 31, only 15 days exceeded 90°, and even then it never got hotter than 98°. Despite this, color and flavors developed early on, with good sugars, though acids took longer read more...
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HondaJohn
Oakland, CA
May 2008
90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 4% Petite Verdot

Nose has elements of spice, caramel. Flavors indicate a lot of oak. Long finish, great balance, strong tannins. I feel like it needs a year or two to really show.
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April 2008
90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot from estate-owned vineyards (75%) and independent growers (25%). The dark ruby-colored 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon resembles a classic Bordeaux both in aromatics and flavor. A rich bouquet of cinnamon, spice, licorice, graphite and caramel are followed by integrated layers of cherry, currant, fresh cream and balanced, sweet tannin, all of which contribute to a youthful, bright, multi-layered wine.
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GoinGray
Augusta, US
July 2008
Lovely scents of butter, oak, spice, and berries.
Dry with a bit of cedar.
Spice finish.
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April 2008
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gpnguyen
Hayward, CA
November 2007

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