06 Lodi
where: Home
comments: Another fantastic Cabernet. I it on a recommendation from the liquor store. I believe it was $16 but tasted like $25…it was tastey and smooth.

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2006 / Cabernet
where: Home
comments: So, I’ve been away for a while, but have been inspired by my good followers to keep writing reviews…sorry about the break.

The Show is a pretty smooth cab, made by the Rebel Wine Co. out of Cali…I only saw a few at my local packi so I decided someone must like it, and the label was soo old school! It is one of those really thick bottles so when you pour it…it doesn’t feel like it’s getting empty…Cool! Other than that it went well with pizza..and had a plum or cherry overtone. About $16

2005 / Cabernet Sauvignon
where: Home
comments:82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot. Not long in the flavor, but light and smooth. Hints of oak for a finish, but pretty clean.

2005 / Post House Blend
where: Home
comments: Delicious smokey blend of 34% Shiraz, 25% Cabernet, 31% Merlot and 10% Petite Verdot. Smooth and woody smell…..very meaty, about 25.00

1995 / Cabernet (Rubicon)
where: Drank it at my parents in Derby on Christmas Eve
comments:Rating: First glass – 4.5 (at best), second glass – easily in the 90’s – just needed to breathe.

So I’ve been sitting on a ‘95 Rubicon from Niebaum-Coppola from a ‘98 visit to Napa. I ran into a sommelier at a holiday party and he suggested I open it up as it’s probably near it’s maturity (if not already on the downside).

So I decided to open it on Christmas Eve…I let it sit out for about 20 minutes before pouring the first glass. I don’t think that was long enough though as I was very disappointed with the first glass. Not much taste or flavor. I was bummed out. But then I had the second glass…WOW! Hints of cherry, plum and vanilla with a nice long finish. It rocked! Lesson learned…it was my first time holding a bottle that long.

2006 / North Coast, Silver Label- Cabernet Sauvignon
where: Home
comments: Fruity and smooth, not acidic, but a naturally light taste. Very nice well rounded red. A blend of cabernet grapes, is what they say, not sure what that means. Not sure of the cost, but not a bad wine. But, I’m guessing it costs around $15-25 range. We had nothing to eat with it, just family talking. Went great with that though.

Note: Wife liked this one.

2005 / Kendall-Jackson – Grand Reserve, Cabernet Sauvignon
where: Home
comments: Very barrely, classic Kendall-Jackson. If you like that robust rich smokey taste you know where to get it. Went great with steak and pasta, as well as cheeses and pizza. A little pricier than my normal lot, about $20.

2005 / Robert Mondavi – Cabernet Sauvignon
where: Home
comments: This was tasty, hearty and had light barrel overtones, along with a plum finish. Not too sweet, and not too dry. A very well rounded red. Went great with Tenderloin.

2006 Malbec / Cabernet Sauvignon
where: Home
comments: This was an extremely smooth wine, had it with homemade lasagna…eh hmmm. About 20.00 and well worth the price. I know it’s a little more than usual, but the flavors abound, with fruits and barrels.

2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
where: ?
comments: Argentina wine produced outside of Chile…. I must of really liked it, however, I have no recollection of what it tasted like or how much it cost. If you have it shoot me an email, maybe I’ll remember something.