1996 Cabernet Sauvignon

90 "All the forward fruit in this wine gives it a zin profile rather than the lines of a classic cabernet. The black anise character and wrought-iron tannins all contribute to the impression that the Mendocino Ridge appellation is in charge of the pungent flavor. Smooth, dark and super-friendly, it's hard not to be completely charmed." --Wine & Spirits Magazine

88 "Elegant and well balanced, featuring cedar, tobacco and supple black cherry flavors, finishing with ripe tannins." --Wine Spectator

91 "A spicy wine with ripe juicy flavors but enough backbone to keep it firmly balanced. There's ripe cherry and softer plum fruit leading to a long elegant finish." --Wine Enthusiast

1996 Cabernet Sauvignon

Awards

Estate bottled
77% Cabernet Sauvignon
23% Merlot
0.62 T.A., 3.69 pH
13.5% alcohol
Bottled June 18, 1998
Released December 1, 1998
489 cases produced
$24.00

Gold, West Coast Wine Competition
Gold, Los Angeles County Fair
Gold, California State Fair
Gold, Orange County Fair
Silver, Mendocino County Fair
Silver, The Dallas Morning News