Canepa Finísimo Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

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There are 3 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Elizabeth Vickers rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Both bottles consumed on Father's Day (June 17th) with my parents, Elizabeth, Maureen, Kat and Tom, and James.
Steaks on the BBQ and all the fixins. Well received and enjoyed. A smooth, mellow tasting cab with a nice finish...maybe not the 94 as advertised but quite good.

Trevor Sabourin rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Pours a glass-staining, deep ruby clour. The nose is quite intense, with aromas of cassis, wild blackberry, prune, mint, cedar, tobacco, leather, bay leaf, bell pepper, and a touch of coffee and molasses. On the palate it is full and rich, though lacking elegance and the complexity of the nose. The tannins are substantial and have some grip, and the acidity is a bit low, which causes some heaviness. The finish is long-ish, but a touch hot. Should handle thick cuts of red meat nicely.

Mike Craymer rated this wine as 94/100

Natalie's Review

Canepa Finísimo Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Colchagua Valley, Chile, Chile: A beautifully structured Chilean Cabernet with an impressively long finish. There is a splash of Syrah in this wine. Rich and savoury on the palate, with nuances of cassis, black plum, violets and cigar box. A distinctive coffee-espresso finish with some baking spice. Full-bodied and smooth, with polished tannins. Will cellar well. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2016-2022. 211920 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 94/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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