Lot 162
BRYANT FAMILY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1997 (1) 100 WA
CHATEAU MONTELENA ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1997 (3) 98 WA
Lot 162 Details
BRYANT FAMILY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1997 (1)Napa Valley.
u. vts.
I have consumed several bottles of the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill. One of the most awesome young reds I have ever tasted, it possesses a black/purple color, a seamless texture, and freakishly high levels of intensity (cassis, black and blueberries infused with espresso, chocolate, and licorice) that are flawlessly presented in a full-bodied, massive yet elegant wine. Nothing is out of balance in this explosively rich, thick, highly-extracted Cabernet. A compelling, historic Cabernet Sauvignon, it will drink well for 30-35 years. December 2000 100 WA
CHATEAU MONTELENA ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1997 (3)
Napa Valley.
There are 10,200 cases of the remarkable 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate. Opaque purple-colored with a dense, chewy, full-bodied personality, it displays abundant cassis, mineral, and earth notes. This brilliantly made, super-concentrated, pure, blockbuster possesses sweet tannin as well as a terrific finish. Having added additional weight since last year, this sumptuous, multilayered, profoundly concentrated Cabernet contains 14% alcohol. It is a candidate for 25-30 years of longevity. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2030. December 2000 98 WA
4 bts. per lot $1,600 - $2,100