Hourglass Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley (2006)
| Winery: | Hourglass |
| Region: | USA » California » Napa |
| Varietal: | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Type: | Table Wines |
Hourglass
The Hourglass vineyard is located at the "pinch" of the constricting Napa Valley, about two miles north of the town of St. Helena in the heart of the St. Helena AVA (American Viticulture Area) . In a zip code known for stellar Cabernet, its neighbors include among others, Grace Family, Colgin's Tychson Hill, the Ahern vineyard, Duckhorn, Freemark Abbey, and Vineyard 29.
Terroir
Hourglass is defined by a unique convergence of topography, soil and climate factors that taken as a composite make up its extraordinary terroir The features noted below have an important impact on the growing environment and translate directly to the bottled wine.
– Description from
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Hourglass is at the premium end of California Cabernet, and at about 175.00 it's worth every cent. This is truly an almost perfect wine, you have to drink it to understand what power and elegance in wine really means. Hourglass should be kept in ever...
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Hourglass on Snooth-
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April 2011
I am looking for a great 375ml. Open to many suggestions. I might have some cheese and chocolates with. Just want an amazing wine to remember. I am intrigued to something a little older but it does not have to be. Some possibilities:Joseph Phelps Insignia 2002, 2007Rauzan Segla 2005Calon Segur 2000Opus One 1996 Tenuta Dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Or... Read More
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January 2010
Hourglass Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006
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color - black/blue/rednose - currant, cherry, coco, toastmouth - rich red fruit and dark chocolatefinish - longbuy it age it 10 years Read More
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January 2010
Hourglass Merlot Napa Valley Blueline 2007
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color - deep red/blacknose - integrated coco, blackberry, cherrymouth - black tea, red berry, coffeefinish - longbuy it, age it 10 years, share it with very special friends. yea I like this wine. Read More
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January 2010
Hourglass Merlot Napa Valley Blueline 2007
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This is a wonderful, silky merlot. Read More
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June 2009
Hourglass Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006
Snoothrank:
Hourglass is at the premium end of California Cabernet, and at about 175.00 it's worth every cent. This is truly an almost perfect wine, you have to drink it to understand what power and elegance in wine really means. Hourglass should be kept in everyone's cellar, whether it be a walk-in cellar, a floor unit, a closet or under your bed... it i... Read More
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April 2009
Lots of InterestMorrell Wine AuctionsLive Internet ... 2 magnums$120 - $240Lot # 478Hourglass, Cabernet Sauvignon - Vintage 2003Napa Valley,Excellent Appearance.6 Bottles$220 - $400Lot # 562 Château Léoville-Barton - Vintage 1996St.-Julien, Deuxième Cru ClasséExcellent Appearance.1 Bottle"This impressive wine is a classic. Although backward, i... Read More
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March 2009
Last week we had a Napa Valley comparative tasting at the winery. The wines ... ... Duckhorn Monitor Ledge, Hourglass, Joseph Phelps Backus, Larkmead, Realm Dr. Crane, Spottswoode and Vineyard 29. A good representation of Napa Valley appellations and range of prices - from $50 to $300/bottle with the average around $150. Interestingly enough... Read More
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March 2009
Hourglass Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2005
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Weirdest thing I have smelt on a red wine - BBQ potato chips! A mid-palate of red raspberries, plums skins and licorice; tannins disappear a bit. A wine with a strong start and a mild finish. Easy drinking. Read More
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