Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon - 2009 (750ml) 1988 plum and black cherry flavors

plum and black cherry flavors and subtle oak shadings

One of the most spectacular 1994s

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Lovely precision

Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon - 2009 (750ml) 1988 plum and black cherry flavorsMontelenas 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate wraps around the palate with serious depth. Even with all of its intensity, the 2009 has a silkiness that makes it incredibly delicious at this early stage. Red berries, flowers, tobacco and sweet herbs all flesh out on the generous, radiant finish. While many 2009s are a bit tight today, Montelenas 2009 Estate is showing very nicely, although it is keeping some cards close to the vest. I imagine the 2009 will