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2012

Kobalt Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasted 6 December 2016 California · Napa Valley

As expected after having the 2013 version a few times now (which I really like), the 2012 was rich, full, decadently voluptuous, and lavishly dark. Just a hair less intense and vivacious than the 2013, the 2012 showed…

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2013

Kobalt Cabernet Sauvignon

California · Napa Valley

Same as before. Black, chocolatey, and chalk full of scortched earth and black rock. A bit thick and grainy on the attack, with a tarry finish. A little crunchy and gritty at times, with the black…

Reviewed 23 February 2019
2013

Kobalt Cabernet Sauvignon

California · Napa Valley

Black berry core fruit. Heavy chocolate, espresso, scorched earth, and dark spice notes as well. Extremely flavorful and a bit rich, with the mid-palate fully weighted with ripe, mocha-infused…

Reviewed 25 January 2019
2014

Kobalt Cabernet Sauvignon

California · Napa Valley

Dark black cherry and some bitter chocolate flavors dominate. Much more medium-bodied than expected. This performed similarly to a 2014 Grade Cabernet served alongside it. Both the Kobalt and Grade…

Reviewed 26 May 2018
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