Lot 459
QUILCEDA CREEK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 (12) 100 WA
Lot 459 Details
QUILCEDA CREEK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005Columbia Valley.
The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon contains 3% Merlot. The principal component comes from the Champoux Vineyard (in which the winery is a partner) with contributions from the Klipsun and Taptiel Vineyards, outstanding in their own right. It, too, was aged for 22 months in 100% new French oak. Opaque purple-colored, it has a splendid perfume of violets, wood smoke, truffle, Asian spices, black cherry, and black currant preserves. Opulent and mouth-coating, the layers of complex flavors nearly hide enough tannin to support 8-10 years of additional cellaring. The oak, tannin, and acidity are beautifully integrated and the lengthy finish lasts for well over a minute. Drink: 2013-2033 100 WA
12 bts. per lot $3,000 - $3,500