WTN: 2001 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa)

[Redwinger]

I haven't really enjoyed any of the Sequoia Grove Cabs since the 1997 Vintage, which was decent in its' youth but lost some of its' verve after just a few years in the cellar.

I had the opportunity to taste the 2001 a local shop today and was quite impressed with it. Deep rich, purplish-red color. No discernable oak on the nose, but lots of black cherry, mint and licorice filled the nose. Palate followed with some solid acidity and what I would call fine tannins to accompany the fruit. After a couple of hours the tannins did seem grainier and chewier.

I bought a couple to have on hand when SWMBO screams: "I want a Cabernet Sauvignon"!!!"

At $28 this is pushing the QPR window, but seems to be "worth it" to me.

Redwinger

[jeffperez62]

Hey Red...I agree with you on the Sequoia Grove. I thought it was nice also. I was shocked to see WS give it a 82 or something like that. I also liked the 02' Chard. I got the cab in Connecticut for $22!!

happy New Year!

[Redwinger]

Hey Red...I agree with you on the Sequoia Grove. I thought it was nice also. I was shocked to see WS give it a 82 or something like that. I also liked the 02' Chard.    I got the cab in Connecticut for $22!!

happy New Year!

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Jeff,

That's a great price on the '01 SG Cab!!

I don't assign points to wines, but that 82 score seeems a tad low

GO HUSKIES/GO SHS BLUE KNIGHTS!!

'Winger