2018 Conn Creek Cabernet Sauvignon AVA Series Rutherford, Napa Valley CA
Conn Creek$130.00
From the exceptional 2018 vintage (rated 99 points by Wine Spectator) this is textbook Rutherford Cabernet, just starting to hit it's drinking peak. Conn Creek on the famed Silverado Trail in Napa has been making stand-out Cab and Bordeaux style reds since it's foundation in the 1970s and this is a prime example.
Tasting Notes: Aromas of blackberry jam, cocoa powder, and baking spice lead to a palate rich with black cherry compote. The wine offers broad, plush tannins of medium weight, culminating in a soft, lasting finish.
Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pair with: Grilled Ribeye Steak, Roasted Duck Breast, Aged Cheddar Cheese
Hold Time: Now–2030
Alcohol by Volume: 14.8%
Acclaim: Member favorite
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