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Chateau Montelena The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2008

1500 ml Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, United States 2008

Chateau Montelena The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2008 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, United States), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. Cheapest offer £355.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.5
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
body
5 / 5
very full
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
tannin
5 / 5
very firm
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon prior · merchant: crisp acidity
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
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Colour
Red
inferred by a local model, checked against our lexicon
Origin
Napa Valley · United States
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Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon
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ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
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Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift · special occasion
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About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

Established in 1882, the iconic Chateau Montelena played a pivotal role in putting California on the map for fine wines, particularly after its noteworthy win at the 1976 ‘Judgement of Paris’. Renowned for their European-styled and remarkably long-lived Cabernet Sauvignon, the true charm and character of their wines unfold with ageing. This 2008 vintage showcases floral aromas alongside flavours of dark fruit, blackberry, and cassis. Integrated tannins complement the refreshing acidity, contributing to a well-balanced palate.

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