Wine Tasting Notes Archive: 1969 |
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USA - California - Sonoma Valley - Red - Still - Dry Availability: Unknown
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Purchased: 1979 - $8.49
Color: Crystal clear - Deep ruby center to a beautiful tawny edge. Taste: The taste of the grape pulls through, however, more tannin and acid are
present here than in the 1970 Cab. The feel and taste are also lighter than the 1970. A good wine, but not great. Aroma: Bouquet not as big as the 1970. Not displeasing, but it lacks power.
Comments: The wine is very pleasant, but is not distinctive. It lacks the power of the 1970 Sebastiani Cab. A good wine, but not as complex as the 1970.
Interesting Phenomenon: The legs took a full 9 seconds to form. Legs were very short, fell very slowly, dissipated, and then started over again. Professional Comments: Wood aromas picked up from 3 years in Redwood and 9
months in Oak barrels, together with secondary fermentation odors override the varietal aromas of the Cabernet fruit. Medium body and smooth. Pronounced wood
flavors submerge a youthful Cabernet taste, and leave the wine short of varietal flavor. Food Match: A nice beef steak, lamb, or cassoulet. Pungent or rich cheeses, such as Stilton, Roqurfort, Brie or Camembert.
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