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Inglenook Rubicon Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2012
Formerly Rubicon Estates, Francis Ford Coppola reacquired the rights to the "Inglenook" namesake in 2011 and has now restored the original name of this historic Napa Valley estate, founded in 1879, and is working to bring its reputation for high-quality Napa Valley wine out of retirement. To that end, Coppola brought in winemaker Philippe Bascaules, from Chateau Margaux. The Rubicon name remains the moniker of the signature estate wine. 95 Points Robert Parker: "The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Rubicon, which used to be a proprietary blend and had a somewhat rustic, Italian personality, has now been put under the Inglenook Vineyard designation. Where the Cabernet Sauvignon was a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Merlot, the Rubicon has abandoned any Italian varietals in favor of a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot. I think it’s safe to say this is potentially the best Rubicon made to date. It’s not to denigrate other vintages, but there is a finesse and elegance combined with great richness and an avoidance of any rusticity that plagued some of the other vintages – which is to be admired. It possesses a dense purple color, beautiful, sweet crème de cassis notes with a floral underpinning. I don’t see any of the Rutherford dust, per se, but there is an undertone of earthiness. The wine is full-bodied, rich, potentially complex and certainly capable of lasting 20 to 30 or more years. This is a great young Rubicon that will have its peak in 5-7 years and last 25-30... ..Looks like there’s completely new packaging for these wines from famous movie producer/director Francis Ford Coppola. They’ve owned Inglenook since 1975, which included the regional estate of 1,600 acres of land with several spectacular vineyards. What they call the “front vineyards” were acquired by Coppola in 1995."
Ratings on Delectable
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It's time for my #FridayCabernetfix. Deep ruby in color with a reddish rim. Fruity nose with black fruits, chocolates, cedar, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco and peppercorn. Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs. Dry and fruit forward on the palate with black currants, cooked plums, cedar, peppercorn, earth, herbs, chocolates, tobacco leaf and black tea. Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries. This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Elegant and rich. Complex and entertaining. Fruit forward and easy drinking. This 13 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from the great 2012 vintage, is drinking beautifully now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. A good quality wine, with nice complexity and mouthfeel. Well balanced and elegant. I've enjoyed many different vintages of this wine over the years, from older to younger, and it never fails to deliver. Good by itself as a sipping wine, and will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot. Aged in ( 75% new) French Oak barrels. 14.5% alcohol by volume. 93 points. $300.
It's time for my #FridayCabernetfix. Deep ruby in color with a reddish rim. Fruity nose with black fruits, chocolates, cedar, licorice, light vanilla, tobacco and peppercorn. Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs. Dry and fruit forward on the palate with black currants, cooked plums, cedar, peppercorn, earth, herbs, chocolates, tobacco leaf and black tea. Long finish with fine grained tannins and cherries. This is a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley. Elegant and rich. Complex and entertaining. Fruit forward and easy drinking. This 13 year old Cabernet Sauvignon from the great 2012 vintage, is drinking beautifully now, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. A good quality wine, with nice complexity and mouthfeel. Well balanced and elegant. I've enjoyed many different vintages of this wine over the years, from older to younger, and it never fails to deliver. Good by itself as a sipping wine, and will also pair nicely with a big piece of steak. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot. Aged in ( 75% new) French Oak barrels. 14.5% alcohol by volume. 93 points. $300.
9.3
Shay A
Quick tasting notes from an Inglenook wine tasting... This flagship wine is definitely applause worthy. Beautiful nose that is so inviting with cinnamon & blackberries. The flavors and structure in the taste are stunning.
Quick tasting notes from an Inglenook wine tasting... This flagship wine is definitely applause worthy. Beautiful nose that is so inviting with cinnamon & blackberries. The flavors and structure in the taste are stunning.
9.3
Eric Hwang
One the best examples of Rutherford dust this evening. Still so young but so much potential.
One the best examples of Rutherford dust this evening. Still so young but so much potential.
9.4
Rebecca Fletcher
Deep ruby with no rim variation. M+ intensity. Plum, red cherries, jammy, baking spice, vanilla and a hint eucalyptus or mint. On the palate, black fruit, black currant, black cherry and blueberry. Cocoa and spice. Round tannins and a long lingering finish. Lots of layers in this wine. Fabulous!
Deep ruby with no rim variation. M+ intensity. Plum, red cherries, jammy, baking spice, vanilla and a hint eucalyptus or mint. On the palate, black fruit, black currant, black cherry and blueberry. Cocoa and spice. Round tannins and a long lingering finish. Lots of layers in this wine. Fabulous!
9.6Tony Chen
Excellent vintage and great time to drink , excellent Califonia Red!
Excellent vintage and great time to drink , excellent Califonia Red!
9.5
Clark Wen
Great thanksgiving wine!
Great thanksgiving wine!
9.7
Fredrik Bergström
Galet lång, balanserad och massa toner av typ allt
Galet lång, balanserad och massa toner av typ allt
9.6
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