2001 Beringer Montagia

The project Ed Sbragia has with Hall of Fame San Francisco 49er quarterback, Joe Montana, the 2001 Montagia (a blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc from four of the Private Reserve vineyards that Beringer uses for their top cuvee) is an improvement over the 2000. A dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by sweet notes of licorice, plums, black currants, flowers, and smoke. There is plenty of new oak in the mouth as well as outstanding density and ripeness, and a long, heady finish. It requires another 2-4 years of bottle age, and should drink well for 15+. Tel. (707) 963-7115; Fax (707) 963-1735