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- winoweenie - 07-09-2003
Every vintage it seems this Sonoma Winery makes giant strides in quality. Lots to like about this deep ruby jewel. Some pencil shavings, plums, red and black fruits, and spicy nuances that last. Great assemblage of cabernets from some premium Sonoma vineyards. A super bottle from a great vintage. Still plenty of tannins to take this bubba another 3-6. 90/90. 37 by the box WW