2016 Provenance Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford
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Very deep and dark with the blackest berries on the nose and loads of bitter chocolate. This is a huge cabernet that has enough healthy tannins and freshness to come off dry and fresh, almost crisp. Try to wait until 2021.
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The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford (aged 22 months in mostly French oak) sports a saturated purple color, solid notes of blackcurrants, graphite, charred earth, and spice, medium to full body, and solid balance. It's a delicious, beautifully made Cabernet Sauvignon that will drink well for 10-12 years.
Blended of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.5% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec and 0.5% Petit Verdot aged for 22 months in 35% new oak (95% French and 5% Hungarian), the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford sings of crushed red and blackcurrants, black berries and menthol with touches of fragrant earth, violets and black tea plus a waft of cigar box. Full, firm and grainy, the palate delivers plenty of harmony and depth with a long earthy finish. 16,525 cases produced.