1988 Profile
Varietals
98% Cabernet Sauvignon
1.5% Merlot
0.5% Cabernet Franc
Appellation
Napa Valley
Alcohol
13%
Flavor Profile
Brilliant dark ruby color. Concentrated cherries, cassis and vanilla with a background of cedar and mint. Upon tasting, the wine exhibits a very full, yet velvety mouth feel with good richness, moderate tannins and a round, full finish with lingering blackberry flavor. Wine ample airing, this is enjoyable now but should be laid down for maximum enjoyment.
- Vineyard Notes
Spottswoode Vineyard, Staglin Family Vineyard and Tilting Rock Vineyard
- From Wine Enthusiast: "Nose, while tight with youth, displays...
… blackberry/cassis and spicy cedar notes. Deep color is echoed in huge extract; delicious, concentrated black fruit flavors. Tannins prominent, but lots of fruit and acid as well. Should be great in time.” [92 POINTS]