Spottswoode Estate: Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

2: Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Cabernet Franc 9%, Merlot 5%, Petit Verdot 4%, Malbec 3%

5: rød, tør; 13,5% Vol.; Modenhed til at drikke: 2025–2045; Pakket ind i: 12s

9: struktureret; velsmagende & krydret; saftig

3: Lobenberg: 95/100; Wine Enthusiast: 95/100; Suckling: 94/100; Parker: 93/100

6: USA, Californien

7: Allergener: Sulfitter,

Tapperi / Importør: Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, 1902 Madrona Avenue, St. Helena, California 94574 - USA

Cabernet'erne fra Spottswoode formår altid at inspirere mig. De er ren Napa Valley, men ikke fede og tunge, men med en fænomenal elegance og finesse, som man egentlig kun kan smage og opleve i Bordeaux. "Lyndenhurst" er lillebror til den med rette hypede Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon, og efter min mening fortjener den mere opmærksomhed. Den er lavet dels af druer fra godsets egne vinmarker og dels af druer, der er købt ind fra mangeårige partnere. Den er modnet i 20 måneder på hovedsageligt franske barriques og har en dyb rubinrød farve med et strejf af violet. Næsen lader intet tilbage at ønske: Cassis, saftige blommer, mælkechokolade og den jernholdige mineralitet, der minder om jod, og som også giver den store Spottswoode Cabernet sit kick. I munden er tanninerne polerede og modne, næsten saftige. Harmonisk smag. Dette er klassisk Cabernet uden at være kompliceret, og bestemt ikke en andenvin som sådan. Lækker! 95/100

Wine Enthusiast om: Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon

This is the stalwart producer's celebration of blending, bringing together several sites across the Napa Valley as well as Knights Valley in Sonoma County. Small amounts of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot contribute to the red-fruit and citrus tang accentuated by the bright acidity. Supple, soft tannin and well-integrated oak provide refined style, length and spice. 95/100

Suckling om: Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon

This shows lots of chocolate and vanilla on the nose, together with ripe dark fruit and some wet earth. Floral undertones, too. Full-bodied and balanced with a meaty structure and ripe tannin. Yet, it’s easy to drink with a medium, fruity finish. Tight, dry and firm at the end. Modern and poised. Try from 2023. 94/100

Parker om: Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Lyndenhurst is composed of 77.7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.4% Cabernet Franc, 4.1% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot and 3.8% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple in color, it skips out of the glass with lively blueberries, redcurrants and kirsch scents, plus hints of cedar chest, fragrant earth and rose hip tea. Medium-bodied, elegant and lively in the mouth, the palate is chock-full of bright and crunchy red and black fruits, finishing long and earthy. 93/100

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