2004 St. Clement Oroppas
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Very dense and toasty, with a smoky, savoury nose and mocha, espresso and brown spice overlaying cassis and currant fruit. A chocolately style with grippy tannins. (LM) $55
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Robert Parker
Jancis Robinson MW
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The dark ruby/purple 2004 Oroppas, which is primarily Cabernet Sauvignon but includes Merlot and Petit Verdot, is front-end loaded with notes of charcoal, black currants, bay leaf, and pain grille. It is medium-bodied, soft, luscious, and best drunk over the next 10-15 years. Previously recommended: 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa (87); 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Armstrong Ranch (92+); 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Progeny (95); 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Star Vineyard (92); 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Steinhauer Ranch (92); 2003 Oroppas Proprietary Red (91); Tel. (800) 331-8266; Fax (707) 963-1412