1999 Beaulieu Vineyard BV Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley California USA

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Winemaker Notes
Dark ruby-violet in color, the 1999 Georges de Latour demonstrates the benefits of judicious green-harvesting during a difficult vintage. Strongly aromatic, the wine reveals classic Rutherford scents of black-cherry, mineral, green and black peppercorn with anise. The flavors are ripe, yet less opulent than in 1998, reflecting the long cool growing season. Rich in berry , mineral , and mild herb flavors, with a supple, lively texture and very fruit forward, the fine, yet firm tannins provide a solid structure to insure at least a decade of improvement is ahead. A youthful hint of vanilla-oak in the finish will harmonize with the rich fruit in time.

Press
Rated 94 Points Wine Spectator
Firm structure and plenty of stuffing here, with cedary currant, wild berry, currant and spice, and firm tannins.