2004 Eisele Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Colour: Red

Vintage: 2004

Region: California

% Alcohol: 14.99

94 ST

18.5 JR

2004 Eisele Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

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Tasting Notes and Scores

94 ST

(includes about 3% each cabernet franc and petit verdot) Saturated ruby-red. Highly nuanced, Graves-like aromas of black plum, raspberry, warm stones, tobacco, minerals and nutty oak. Sweet, suave and wonderfully fine-grained wine with a fleshiness given shape by harmonious acidity. A step up in intensity from the '03 bottling, with the petit verdot component adding aromatic character and structure. Finishes with lingering sweet notes of cherry and currant.

Stephen Tanzer

Vinous

2007-05-01

18.5 JR

Graceful as ever, with vibrant black cherry and currant fruit backed by sturdy tannins, refreshing acidity, and hints of dried herbs and oak spice. Medium full and expertly balanced, with great length and generosity. (LM)

Jancis Robinson

2008-06-22