Classificatie | Cru Classe |
Wijnsoort | Rood |
Producent | Colgin |
Jaar | 1999 |
Land | Verenigde Staten |
Streek | Napa Valley |
Druif | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
Inhoud | 0,75 |
Conditie | Uit originele houten kist |
Etiket | Perfect |
Drinkbaar | -2020 |
Voorraad | 0 |
There are 450 cases of this blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The 1999 Cariad has aged beautifully, revealing abundant notes of cedar wood, sweet blueberry and black currant fruit and camphor. Powerful and medium to full-bodied with sweet tannins, it appears to be close to full maturity. However, aging it another 12-15 years will be no problem. The wine is better than I initially rated it (91 points) and exhibits greater longevity. Drink this beauty now and over the next 12-15 years.
Weaves together a complex array of spicy currant, blackberry, tar and cedary oak flavors that turn supple and elegant, finishing with a complex aftertaste accented by touch of mocha. Intense and concentrated, with a long flavorful finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.