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1981 Beringer Private reserve Cab

 

1981 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
1977 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon


 

Vintage Tasting Notes
Maturation of the grapes was accelerated by a warming trend beginning in May, and warm, dry conditions led to an early harvest of ripe fruit that was well balanced and supple. The medium-bodied wines have aged well, leading to an increased appreciation of the vintage. For the first time, the Private Reserve was a blend of wines from the Chabot and State Lane vineyards to take advantage of the unique qualities of each. It is now showing intense flavors with high extract and phenolics, manifested in hints of mint, dried herbs and coffee.

PR Cab components: 65% State Lane, 20% Chabot, 15% Knights Valley

 

2007 Tasting Notes

  • Ed Sbragia “One of the biggest, baddest wines we ever put in the bottle”
  • Chalky, toffee, black olive, blackberry
  • Grippiness level steps up
  • Menthol & cedar with savory at the end

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