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$16.95
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WE 87
United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
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List $20.00
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87 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$20 list] A little brusque in texture, with some tartness, but there’s a lot of richness. Shows complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, black currants, cola, dark bitter chocolate, cedar and spices, with a pleasant minerality, and the finish is bone dry. Brisk tannins make it an ideal companion to roasted meats and hard cheeses. (12/31/10)"
Producer notes: "The 2008 shows an enticing nose of black cherry and cassis and hints of eucalpytus and cocoa. In the glass, this wine delivers much more than what one might expect for a Cab so modestly priced, revealing rich flavors of cherry, chocolate and plum enveloped by soft tannins."
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$18.95
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CG 88
WE 88
United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
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88 points Connoisseurs' Guide: "Conn Creek's inexpensive Cabernet-based blend is something of a revelation at the price. It is rich, well-fruited and carefully balanced with a real sense of reserve and polish typically found in far more costly wines. Its layered delivery of juicy dark fruits and sweet oak is bound to tempt early drinking, yet do not be fooled by its price tag into thinking that it is a simple gulper to be drunk down right away. It is much more than that, and it will continue to grow for a number of years. GOOD VALUE. (Aug 2011)"
88 points and 'Editors' Choice,' Wine Enthusiast: "Lots of pleasure in this dry, classically structured wine. It’s rich and forward in juicy blackberries and cherries, with a milk chocolaty richness but also a dried herb earthiness that grounds it. Good price for a wine of this class. (Mar 2011)"
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$19.95
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United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
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Producer notes: "Brilliant and vividly purplish-red in color; expressive aromas of dark berry fruit, clove and vanilla. Refined and aromatic blackberry, blueberry, black olive and nutmeg offer depth and balance on the palate for a focused, approachable core. A full-bodied wine with a silky mouth-feel and long finish. Our favorite pairings for this wine include prime rib, leg of lamb, meatballs and dark chocolate. 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot. Alcohol 14.4%."
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$17.95
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RP 88
United States
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Cabernet & Blends
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California
In stock,
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List $20.00
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88 points Robert Parker: "[$20 list] Deeper, richer and more complex, the 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Bordeaux varietals such as Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec. It offers cedary black currant notes intertwined with hints of cherries and loamy soil, lush tannins, medium to full body and rich fruit. It should drink nicely for a minimum of 4-5 years. (Aug 2011)"
WHWC staff notes: "If you're looking for your summer Cabernet, look no further, because the RouteStock is a winner. As a Cabernet drinker, I was on a quest to find the right style of Cabernet to have this summer. I'll have my fair share of whites and rosés. But, if you're like me, there are times when you need to heed the call for a nice bottle of red instead. My goal was set. Many wines were tasted but only one could win. This one really stood out amongst the rest. I know what you're thinking, a Cabernet blend for a warm day? Yep, that's correct. As a Cabernet lover I was looking for a bottle of wine that was fruity yet had good balance. The wine itself offers hints of cherry and blackberry with a medium body with a nice long finish. A perfect wine that also craves food pairing. Give this Cabernet blend (86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 4% Merlot, 2% Petite Verdot and 2% Malbec) a chance and you won't be sorry. Highly recommended by me." -Daniel Herrera, 8/14/12
Producer notes: "The highly aromatic nose showcases a variety of dark fruits with hints of leather, tobacco and violets. On the palate the wine delivers a rush of plum, currant, black cherry and anise, with a subtle oak structure and soft, approachable tannins. Vanilla and kirsch make an appearance in the finish, which is long and complete. Cabernet Sauvignon 86%, Cabernet Franc 6%, Merlot 4%, Petit Verdot 2%, Malbec 2%. Barrel aged 18 months in 1- and 2-year-old French oak. Alcohol 14.8%."
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