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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
The
2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13%
Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot and Malbec) is an impressive
version. Their '75 Cabernet Sauvignon is still alive at age 35.
The 2008's dense ruby/purple color is followed by an attractive
bouquet of creme de cassis and charcoal. Revealing full-bodied
richness and lots of depth, it is one of the finest regular Cabernet
Sauvignons Phelps has made in many years. The tannins have sweetened
over the last year and this impressively endowed effort, while
approachable now, should age for 20+ years.
