Log in or create an account now and be a part of the world's largest wine site: research, rate and review wines; buy online; receive personalized recommendations.

Martin Estate Reserve Cabernet Rutherford Puerta Dorada Vineyard(2003)

Notes on the Martin Estate Reserve Cabernet Rutherford Puerta Dorada Vineyard 2003 : NVWE NOTES: Brightly fruity, floral and big scale all the way, the nose of this finely structured Cab initially offers red cherry, red currant, crushed red rose petal, toast, vanilla and earth in a tight and focused package. It is at first firm and a bit tannic on the palate, with an oaky cast and lots of earth; but decanting quickly brings forth all of its brilliant fruit. With airing, it gains a wonderful sense of grace and polish, with no loss of focus or intensity. Ultimately the fruit becomes fully dominant, as read more...