2005 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
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The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa exhibits straightforward red and black currant fruit with a touch of spice in the background, soft tannins, medium body, and an elegant, fresh finish. While technically well-made, it lacks inspiration as well as character. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Tel. (707) 226-1395
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Earth and bright red cherry and pomegranate aromas. Similar flavours plus black olive and tar. Medium-bodied, restrained ripeness and slightly rich, with dusty tannins and tangy acidity. (LM) $28
(includes 5% each cabernet franc and merlot and 2% each malbec and petit verdot) Good ruby-red. Currant, tobacco and smoke on the nose, complicated by licorice, mint and fresh herbs. Supple, moderately ripe flavors of currant, tobacco leaf and black olive; nicely open-knit, sweet wine that should offer considerable early appeal. Finishes with broad, dusty, slightly drying tannins. When I mentioned black olive to winemaker Janssens, she said that to Mondavi that's a sign that the wine is not jammy.
About the producer
Robert Mondavi is a name known the world over. The ambitious businessman created his eponymous winery in 1966 to produce world-class wines in Napa, pioneering quality winemaking and becoming a champion for the region.