Saddleback Cellars 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon

Saddleback cellars was founded in 1978 by acclaimed winemaker nils venge.

Saddleback cellars 2012 cabernet sauvignon.

Cabernet sauvignon from napa valley california. A balanced and structured wine our anniversary cabernet sauvignon shows black cherry and violets on the nose. Nils cabs still command 90 point. Aromas of violets and dark fruit abound.

Finish is clean and lengthy. Stores and prices for 2012 saddleback cellars cabernet sauvignon oakville prices stores tasting notes and market data. Only 79 cases made. Saddleback cellars cabernet sauvignon 2012 was last available in august 2019 with an average price of 75 usd.

Saddleback reserve cabernet sauvignon 2012. Drink now through 2022. Nils venge 39 s reserve cabernet is an iconic must have from napa valley. This lovely 2015 cabernet sauvignon is a true stunner.

Try the 146 99. Oakville is one of california s most renowned wine regions sa. This year the wine was a blend of 85 cabernet sauvignon grapes from the estate and 6 atlas peak with 9 petit verdot grapes from truchard vineyard in los carneros napa valley. Only 70 cases made.

Users have rated this wine 4 5 out of 5 stars. One the palate it approaches with a warm soft full mouthfeel where engaging bold tannins balance gracefully with blackberry compote violets leather and a hint of cassis. View more show less. Expand content minimize content.

With balanced acidity the wine comes alive on the palate and leads to a long finish with notes of cocoa powder anise and tobacco. On the nose pleasing aromas of black cherry molasses smoke and anise. Welcome to saddleback cellars. This is a rare and rewarding vintage complementary to dining and friendly to the palate with smooth balanced dark berry flavors.

Known as the king of cab he is the first american to achieve a 100 point score on his 1985 vintage of reserve cabernet granted by wine critic robert parker jr. 2012 saddleback cellars cabernet sauvignon oakville usa shops tasting notes market data the vintages listed above are available. This cool weather year yielded a small crop for napa valley cabernet so this precious cargo was well treated in nils 39 s custom made american oak french oak barrels. Open daily 10am 4pm by reservation only.

Critics have scored this wine 89 points. Saddleback cellars cabernet sauvignon. On the palate a brilliant now silky balance of minerality deep fruit and tannin. Made from 100 cabernet sauvignon barreled 24 months in 100 french oak and held in bottle for another 24 to rest before release.