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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