1995 Beaulieu Vineyard Tapestry Reserve
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A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, the 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon Tapestry Reserve exhibits a toasty, French oak-dominated nose with licorice and black fruits in the background. At present, the wood has the upper hand. This dark ruby/purple-colored wine exhibits a smoky, black fruit personality, medium body, aggressive tannin, sweet fruit in the mid-palate, and fine purity in the finish. While it is firmly-structured, elegant, and concentrated, the tannin may be excessive. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2014. Tel. (707) 963-2411
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Ruby-red. Black cherry, minerals, cocoa powder, tar and eucalyptus on the nose. Juicy and rather high-pitched in the mouth, but pliant and ripe, with a firm shape and good freshness. Finishes with dusty tannins and good length.
About the producer
Beaulieu Vineyard remains one of the most historically important wineries in Napa Valley. It is it one of the longest continuous running wineries in the region, as one of the few that kept operating throughout Prohibition.