Monday, August 27, 2007

Pezzi King - 2001 Dry Creek Valley Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon wine

Pezzi King Vineyards in Healdsburg, best known for their highly regarded Zinfandels, does produce some serious Cabs. Their 2001 Dry Creek Valley Estate Cabernet, winner of a silver medal at the 2006 West Coast Wine Competition, consists of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon plus 4% Merlot aged 24 months in oak (mostly French and only 30% new).

The wine has a deep purple color and decent legs. A bit sharp on the nose with strong oak, tobacco and black currant scents and quite astringent on the palate on opening, this wine does much better with a hour or so to breathe. Then, the tannins soften and the black cherry and blackberry flavors emerge, creating a well balanced and full bodied wine with a rich, velvety finish. Drink with beef or strong tomato with garlic sauced pasta. On “end of vintage” sale at $20/bottle, this is a great buy.

Conclusion: A solid 8 out of 10.
(Review by Rich)

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