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Guenoc Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Lake County, California, United States

Community Score: 4.4/5
Community Reviews: 1

Price: $19.95

Sweetness: Dry
Alcohol: 14.5%

Drink: 2016-2020

Bottle size: 750 ml
Winery: Guenoc

Greg Hughes rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This historic winery was founded by Lily Langtree - a late nineteenth century actress and patron of the arts. Their single vineyard offerings are her original estate and still bear her name.
Even the entry level offerings from Guenoc have been known to age well laid down. This is a value cellar candidate.
Brambley and super ripe. Aromas of violets and lots of red fruit - cassis and cherry. The palate has much darker fruit and more of the oak - vanilla, chocolate, and cloves. Fruit on the finish seem almost candied, but still has some balancing acidity.
In the past, this wine has seemed rather soft and modest, but this vintage seems bolder, with more structure. It could be because 2013 was a great vintage in Cali across the board, but also because of the blend, I feel:
87% Cab Sauv, 9% Merlot, and a dollop of Petit Syrah make the blend.

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