89POINTS
16¼/20
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Napa Valley, California, United StatesSpicy, tobacco, cassis, cedar bark, peppery, earthy, blackberry, licorice, smoky aromas with a touch of chocolate and dried herbs. Round, dry, fresh, supple palate with light, grainy tannins but warm. Cassis, blackberry, tobacco, rooty, licorice, peppery, resin, cedar bark flavours. Finish is very warm and slightly tart with light tannins to shed. Drink now-4 years while the balance and fruit are still good and before the 15% alcohol shows.Tasted: 18 January 2010Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $39.99 | 750ml | specialty listing |
AB | $38.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
ON | $39.95 | 750ml | Vintages Essentials Collection |
QC | $39.25 | 750ml |
Grape: Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 255513UPC: 0086003051843