2002 Etude Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon [WA95][WS94][WE93]

Producer: Etude  
Region: Napa Valley, California
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon  
Year: 2002 

Wine Advocate, 95 Points 

"The blockbuster 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa came from two sources, the Morisoli Vineyard in St. Helena and the Cohn Vineyard in Rutherford (the source for the famous Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon). This fabulous, dense ruby/purple wine is a blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. It exhibits a deep creme de cassis nose with hints of charcoal, graphite and spring flowers. Full-bodied, rich and youthful, it appears to have at least 20 years of life left in it. This is a wine that clearly flew under the radar, and if it can still be found and the provenance is excellent, it is definitely a big-time buy." 

Wine Spectator, 94 Points 

"A seamless effort that's pure, rich and elegant, well-focused on ripe currant, black cherry and plum flavors joined by touches of anise, black licorice and cedar. Most striking on the finish, where the texture is supple and the finish sails on." 

Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points 

"The backbone of this wine is from Oakville and Rutherford. It’s a classic Napa Cab from what has turned out to be a fine vintage. There’s the velvety cassis and chocolate fruit ripeness you expect, and the lavish oak, but good tannins and acids prevent the decadent flavors from turning flabby." 

Alcohol: 14.6% 

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