2012 Brion Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: B Wise Vineyards
Region: Coombsville, Napa Valley, California, United States of America
Vineyard: Caldwell Estate Vineyard

Tasting Note:August 07, 2016

Crimson and ruby red with medium intensity. More greenery on the nose than expected, some woody notes too. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) with a full body. Some great structure and a little bit more restrained than the Silver. Heavy and in depth finish with length.

All the fruit comes from the Caldwell Estate Vineyard. Made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged for 20 months in 80% new French oak. Only 200 cases produced and 14.5% alcohol.

Drink Dates:

2016 till 2026.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$$$ - Tasted at the wine estate. Can be purchased for $200.00.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Caldwell Estate Vineyard, California, Coombsville, Napa Valley, Red Wine, United States of America, B Wise VineyardsGreg BallingtonBrion, Mark Herold, B Wise Vineyards, Caldwell Estate Vineyard, 2012, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Estate Visit, $$$$, 92 Points, Coombsville, California, United States of America, Napa ValleyComment