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This wine transcends reality – a mind-boggling effort that every wine lover deserves to taste once in their life. A true bucket list Cabernet Sauvignon… it’s a tour de force, a majestic achievement and a showcase for what Napa is increasingly doing.
– Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

Based in the venerated Napa Valley, Carter Cellars is a wine producer that makes classic California varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot sourced from some of the best vineyards in Northern California. From the To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville to the Truchard Vineyards in Carneros, Owner Mark Carter has made sure to obtain fruit from impressive terroirs throughout the Napa Valley. The label was founded by Mark and celebrated winemaker Nils Venge, who went on to begin Envy Wines in Calistoga in 2006. The pair now makes both wine brands in their Calistoga location, while continuing to source grapes from different, remarkable plots all through the valley.

www.cartercellars.com

2009
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750ml
WA95
WS95
CT94
V(+?)93
V93
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Tasting Notes

WS95
Pure, rich and beautifully crafted, with dense, polished flavors of black fruits, mineral, loamy earth, spice, mocha, bay leaf and espresso, yet for all its size and dimensions, this glides along gracefully and gains momentum on the finish. Drink now through 2024. 185 cases made.
V93
(15.1%): Deep ruby. Primary, powerful aromas of blueberry, bitter cherry and licorice. Huge and extremely primary, with impressive thrust to its plush dark berry flavors. This wine was made from stressed vines and small berries yet it comes across today as more savory and less porty than the Grand Daddy bottling. Finishes with broad, serious tannins and lingering soil tones. The dark fruit element comes from the clone 4 while the redder fruits come from clone 337, notes winemaker Mike Smith.

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