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Saturday, February 8, 2014

Rockland Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, 2002


Not readily available on the market, this wine is from the family estate of famed vigneron, Mark Aubert, which is situated adjacent to the Grace Family vineyard. 
Popped and poured at a restaurant for dinner.  14.5% alc. Rich deep color with no signs of fading.  2002 vintage is a favorite of mine for Napa cabs.  Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot and Cabernet Franc.  It sees around 30 months of oak (half new). 
Bit of initial funk which blew off, giving way to an alluring nose .  Ultra-smooth texture (typical of many 2002 Napa Cabs) .... luscious blackcurrant, cedar and cacao. Attractive and in an optimal drinking window now, it disappeared quickly.

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