Today we look at a 2007 cabernet sauvignon from Napa Valley, CA that costs around $18-$19 (but I got on sale, for $15).
On sale at $15, this cabernet is in the ball park of a recommendation. And 2007 Napa Valley reds are supposed to be “so great,” so the rulebook says that I should be recommending this puppy. The problem is, I never see it for $15. Maybe I just live in the wrong state — what are you seeing it sell for? (Just leave a comment.)
It’s a typical California cabernet, with tannins, deep dark fruit, and oak. It doesn’t have a very transparent taste (i.e. it is somewhat generic), so it’s more about texture than flavor. It’s not super dense, and it’s not terribly juicy, but it’s fine. And it seems very consistent, because I’ve tried multiple vintages and I always have the same reaction — “this is almost good enough.” But not quite good enough to score a recommendation from your Wineguider. Unfortunately, this reliable Napa Valley red is:
Not recommended.
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