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Ex Nihilo Satisfaction 2005

Napa Valley, California, United StatesEx Nihilo Vineyards first Napa release is Rolling Stones 'Satisfaction' 2005 a cabernet blend that is made with fruit mostly grown in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley. The blend is 66/19/6/5/4 cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot, malbec and petite sirah. The wine is typically dark with aromas of black fruits, vanilla and toasted oak. The palate is fat and warm with spicy cassis, coffee and dried herbs. The finish is long, warm, spicy and smooth. Serve now with leg of lamb or cellar comfortably for five years.Tasted: 27 December 2008Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$45.00750mlwinery direct, private wine shops
Producer: Ex Nihilo VineyardsDistributors: Icon Vins Fins
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Petit VerdotCSPC: 520932UPC: 626990086154