2017 B.R. Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Label North Coast, USA, California, Wine Review

This is a nice value in under $20 California Cabernet. A blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Deep ruby in color. The nose has black cherries, some cassis, a bit of spice and slight herbal note. Medium bodied. On the palate, the black cherries dominate with light tannins. This drinks easy right now on its own and will work well with burgers and grilled foods. This won't get better but should last, if well stored, for another four to six years.

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B+

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2017

Current Price:

$19.00USD

Top 50 California Cabernet Sauvignons to Try Before You Quit Drinking (a non-dump bucket list if you will!)

In putting together a list of the top California Cabernets, there is sure to be some disagreement. I tried to include those wines that have a track record, the wineries still making great wines, those that seemed to have the commitment for the future and some personal favorites. I am sure I left some out. 1. Shafer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select – It’s always hard to name the number one wine. But this has a track record that’s very long. Even in less than stellar vintages, it is an outstanding wine. They just don’t seem to make a dud. My only complaint is the price at over $200 a bottle. But, in comparison to other Napa Cabs or elsewhere in the world, this is a fair price.

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2015 Nine North Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon Twenty Bench, USA, California, North Coast - Wine Review

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B+

Another value wine from an excellent prodcuer of value wines from California. This is a very ripe and easy to drink Cabernet. Purple in color. The nose has black raspberries, with a slight prune note. On the palate, black raspberries, plums and slight prune. Jammy in style. Slight spice. Slight tannins. Ready to go to a party at $15.

2008 Nine North Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon Rock & Vine "Three Ranches", USA, California, North Coast, Wine Review

Vintage:

2008

Score:

Grade:

B-

Ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose has red currants and spice. On the palate, this is easy drinking. Some Red currant fruit. Plenty of spice and lumber. No tannins. Light. Probably should have been drunk earlier as the oak seems to have outlasted the fruit though there is some fruit left.

Which California Cabernet Sauvignons Deserve "First Growth" Status?

In 1855, the Exposition Universelle was held in Paris to showcase all that was good in France. Emperor Napoleon III requested the leading Bordeaux merchants to rank the best wines . The top wines were rated as First Growths. Over the years, many people in the rest of the world have discussed what wines from their country would be First Growths. I am often asked what I think the First Growths of California are. It is an interesting conversation with lots of room for debate.

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2015 Nine North Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon Chasing Lions, USA, California, North Coast - Wine Reviews

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This is a $12 Cab. There is certainly value here. Purple in color. The nose has black cherries and black raspberries. Slight spice. On the palate, this is a bit sweet and a bit syrupy with black raspberry fruit. Drinkable. Meant for enjoyable wine and a lower price.

2017 B.R. Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Label North Coast, USA, California, Wine Review

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