this is a very fine, high level cabernet that shows the impeccable nature of mondavi reserve. yet it's also very tannic and far from being drinkable. shows a vast repository of black currant, blackberry, black cherry and new oak flavors wrapped into a smooth, velvety mouthfeel whose finish goes on forever. masculine and authoritative, it should continue to improve for many years. drink now, with decanting, and through 2017, at least.
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