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Cellar/Tasting Notes
This amazing California red wine comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot is ripe with flavors, vibrancy and poise. It has an exuberant nose of dark plums, blackberries and violet. On the palate it is rich, round and spicy.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (RP): 92 "Mocha, chocolate, spices, plums and black cherries seem to literally jump from the glass. Merlot plays a pretty important role in the 2010, which gives the wine much of its roundness and early accessibility. Round, expressive and racy, the 2010 Ranch is a terrific effort from Snowden..."
Stephen Tanzer (ST): 89-91 "Good deep red-ruby. Aromas of blackberry, violet, licorice and cocoa powder. Sweet and lush on entry, with enticing black fruit and licorice flavors accented by fresh herbs. Substantial tannins currently cut off the dark fruit flavors on the back..." |