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Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 75cl

Napa Valley | California | United States of America
CHF 454.00
Critics scores
95 Robert Parker
Readers wanting more structure and a Bordeaux-like tannin profile should check out the 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon. It is as close to a premier cru Bordeaux as Bryant may ever achieve. The tannin possesses a structure and astringency reminiscent of a young Bordeaux. The nose offers up scents of melted licorice, smoky barbecue, truffles, earth, blackberries, currants, coffee, graphite, and blueberries. It is more obviously muscular and less seductive than the 2000 or 2001, because the tannin is more aggressive. The finish is exceptionally long. The antithesis of the 2000, the 1999 will require patience. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025. P.S. As this wine sat in the glass, its aroma brought to mind another wine ... the 1983 Palmer.
Producer
Bryant Family Vineyard
One of the first Califonian cult wineries to emerge in the early 1990s along with Screaming Eagle and Harlan Estate, was the Bryant Family Vineyard. It was created by an art collector and businessman, Donald Bryant. His first release was the 1992 vintage, produced from grapes grown on Pritchard Hill, a vineyard that he had planted in 1985. With the spirited and talented Helen Turley as winemaker, the first few vintages were well-received, with critical acclaim from Robert Parker, propelling it into stardom (1992 - 91 points followed by the 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 and 1997 - all 97-100 points). Philippe Melka took over winemaking responsibilities in the early 2000s. Todd Alexander is currently at the winemaking helm, working alongside Michel Rolland as consulting oenologist. David Abreu works as the vineyard manager. In addition to their estate Cabernet Sauvignon, they make DB4, Bryant Family's second wine, as well as a Bordeaux-blend called Bettina, with grapes sourced from three of David Abreu's exceptional estate vineyards.