Lot 443
CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2010 (2) WS 96 WA 98
PAHLMEYER PROPRIETARY RED 2009 (2) WA 93
Lot 443 Details
CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2010 (2)
Napa Valley.
u. 2 x bn.
The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection exhibits an opaque purple color, slightly more toasty oak in the aromatics, and explosive richness on the attack, mid-palate and length. The nose is slightly more restrained than in the regular bottling, but there is no doubting the Special Selection is a cut or two above the Napa bottling when it hits the palate. Extraordinary purity of fruit, creme de cassis, licorice and incense all emerge from this full-bodied, iconic classic. It can be enjoyed now and over the next 25+ years. October 2013 WS 96 WA 98
PAHLMEYER PROPRIETARY RED 2009 (2)
Napa Valley.
2 x scraped labels.
The 2009 Red Blend emerges from the glass with freshly cut flowers, mint, spices, minerals and pure, crystalline, dark red fruit. This is a gorgeous wine endowed with remarkable finesse. The style is weightless, elegant and totally refined. I especially like the way the wine fleshes out in the glass. The 2009 is 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2021. December 2011 WA 93