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2012

Hartwell Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve

Tasted 19 November 2016 Napa Valley · Stags Leap District

Same as two weeks ago. A very nice comparison to the unreleased Realm Moonracer I had earlier in the day.

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2012

Hartwell Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve

Napa Valley · Stags Leap District

Same notes as 3 months ago. A really nice dark chocolate and roasted coffee note appeared after about an hour or so of air, which really elevated the wine. 94-95 points on the final sips. The…

Reviewed 4 November 2016
2012

Hartwell Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve

Napa Valley · Stags Leap District

PnP with enthralling notes of black and red currant, blackberry, asphalt, spice, and a hint of vanilla. After over an hour in the decanter at 54°, deeper flavors of dark chocolate and black licorice…

Reviewed 3 August 2016
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