Country: US / Private Selection Aged in Bourbon Barrels
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon California
Winery: Robert Mondavi / Monterey County
This wine gets a bonus for venturing into new territory, aging Cab in used Bourbon barrels. The result is far from perfect, but not as gimmicky as one might assume. Aromas of leathery blackberry, cedar, roasted pasilla chile and tons of caramel lead into flavors of cocoa, coconut and caramel on the creamy, peppery palate.