1997 & 1998 California Cabernet & Bordeaux Blend Tasting Lot — Trefethen Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Stonestreet "Legacy" Alexander Valley & Sterling "Diamond Mountain Ranch" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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End Date: Wednesday, Jun 10, 7:10 PM PT
Bid History: 0 Bids1997 & 1998 California Cabernet & Bordeaux Blend Tasting Lot — Trefethen Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Stonestreet "Legacy" Alexander Valley & Sterling "Diamond Mountain Ranch" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 1997 Trefethen Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, 1-bottle of 1997 Stonestreet "Legacy" Alexander Valley Bordeaux Blend (91RP, 91ST), and 1-bottle of 1998 Sterling Vineyards "Diamond Mountain Ranch Vineyard" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the 1997 Stonestreet "Legacy" Alexander Valley Bordeaux Blend, Wine Advocate writes: "The outstanding 1997 Legacy, a proprietary blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and 17% Cabernet Franc, possesses abundant jammy black currant/cherry fruit intermixed with lead pencil, toasty oak, and vanilla. Full-bodied and pure, with moderate tannin, this large-scaled effort (14.2% alcohol) can be drunk early, but promises to evolve for at least two decades." (12/2000)
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Minimum Bid: $90.00
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End Date: Wednesday, Jun 10, 7:10 PM PT
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1997 Trefethen Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label
"Complex and enticing aromas of cassis, clove and rose petals are enhanced by the gentle waft of oak. Sophisticated and balanced, earthy round cherry and cassis flavors fill the mouth and linger through the finish."
Professional Reviews
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Wine Enthusiast
“Red fruits, mostly red plums and cherry, on the bouquet. Typical of Trefethen, it's reserved and streamlined. Has what it takes for pleasurable early drinking. It's going to do its best as a wine for current consumption.” (11/2000)
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Wine Spectator
“The surface flavors of currant, black cherry and spice are pleasing, but lack depth. Finishes with oaky notes and firm tannins. (JL)” (06/2001)
Product Details
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label
1997 Stonestreet "Legacy" Alexander Valley Bordeaux Blend
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label
Great price for this super 1997 Cab!
Professional Reviews
91
Wine Advocate
“The outstanding 1997 Legacy, a proprietary blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, and 17% Cabernet Franc, possesses abundant jammy black currant/cherry fruit intermixed with lead pencil, toasty oak, and vanilla. Full-bodied and pure, with moderate tannin, this large-scaled effort (14.2% alcohol) can be drunk early, but promises to evolve for at least two decades.” (12/2000)
91
Int'l Wine Cellar
“Medium ruby. Subtly complex nose melds cherry, bitter chocolate, minerals, tobacco and smoky oak, along with an enticing floral note. A step up in density: silky, sweet and suave, with nicely integrated acidity. Laid-back and rather stylish, but with a serious structure for aging. Finishes with subtle length and sweet, spreading tannins. (ST) 91+” (05/2000)
Product Details
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label
1998 Sterling Vineyards "Diamond Mountain Ranch Vineyard" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label, Lightly Bin Soiled Label
About the producer: "The Sterling Vineyards winemaking team believes that our wines should express true varietal character. We craft each wine with this in mind, choosing gentle techniques tailored to bring out the aromas and flavors that each Napa grape variety develops in the terroir it likes best. The resulting wines have exceptional quality that shines anywhere, with intriguing complexity that brings out the best in a wide variety of cuisines."
Product Details
Quantity: 1
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Provenance: Purchased directly from the winery or retailer on release and stored in the temperature controlled cellar of a Northern California collector.
Label Condition: Lightly Scuffed Label, Lightly Bin Soiled Label
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