Saturday, March 24, 2007

Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2001


Strong vanilla on the nose, with additional elements of herb on the palate. This wine was so heavily oaked that the fruit was drowned out by the strong vanilla flavors. The tannins were nicely balanced, and the wine was very enjoyable with a hearty dried angus New York strip steak. However, upon further thought, the quality of the wine did not justify the price -- causing me to discount what rating I would normally give this wine. Three and a half out of five stars.

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