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- Bucko - 03-19-2002
1999 Clos Du Bois, Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve, Alexander Valley, California, $22, 1,100 cases. Intensely colored with black cherry and brown sugar notes. The wine is very well balanced with supple tannins. Loaded with black cherry fruit, flavors of cocoa, brown sugar, dill spice and vanilla combine to make a tasty wine. 87/89.
1996 Columbia Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Otis Vineyard, Yakima Valley, Washington, $29, 2,500 cases. A rich nose of raspberries, black cherries, vanilla and herbs makes a nice opening. Elegant mouthfeel, with tannins that glide effortlessly across the tongue. Red fruit lingers on the palate. 88/89.
1996 Columbia Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Willow Vineyard, Yakima Valley, Washington, $29, 2,297 cases. Cassis and blueberry notes delight the nose. Full-bodied with moderate tannins. Plums and blackberries define the flavor profile. 87/88.
1996 Gallo of Sonoma, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stefani Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley, California, $28. Blackberry, cassis and mint aromas highlight this dark ruby Cab. This is a well-balanced wine that offers up a host of lush black fruit and integrated sweet oak flavors. The tannins still need a little bottle time. 88/88.
1999 Geyser Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California, $17, 45,600 cases. Dark ruby in color with aromas of black cherry, cedar and vanilla. Fruity, with medium-weight tannins and American oak flavors, finishing on a crisp note. 100% American oak cooperage. 86/88.
1999 Hahn, Meritage, Santa Lucia Highlands, California, $18, 6,300 cases. Dark ruby, with black fruit, coffee and anise on the nose. Well-balanced with modest tannins. The wine is very fruity, black cherry prevalent, with a long, brisk, berry aftertaste. 88/90.
1998 Marcelina, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, $30. Rich black fruit, leather and dark wood aromas repeat themselves on the palate. You’ll also find brisk acidity, tongue-coating tannins that can use a little bottle time, and a long, complex finish. 88/88.
1998 Stonegate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, $29, 3,245 cases. The lovely nose of blackberries, mint and sweet vanilla opens to a very polished wine. Black fruit prevails, with French oak overtones, silky tannins and a long, berry aftertaste. Nice wine for the vintage. 87/87.
- Innkeeper - 03-19-2002
Seem to recall a snide remark by one each Bucko, after using the term "decent" a year or so ago.
- Kcwhippet - 03-21-2002
Not to diss David Spaulding, but the quality of the Stonegate offerings has sure gone up since the new guys came in.
- winoweenie - 03-21-2002
Have to agree KC. The 97 is a killer wine for the bucks and will go another 5-10. WW