Serdonis is known for making big Cabs from Howell Mountain Grapes. After pulling the cork, on which tartrates had formed, there was a good amount of sediment on the neck which needed wiping before pouring the wine. The color of this wine is true to its vineyard name; completely opaque, dense purplish-black. On the nose there is abundant cassis, some oak, and a touch of bazooka (yes, the bubble gum). The wine has a velvety mouthfeel with plenty of acid and dense, intense cassis. Tannins are present, but they are surprisingly smooth, unlike other wines of this age I've had from Serdonis. While the wine is well-made and enjoyable, it's not exceedingly complex. This wine will hold up for another few years, but at this stage in its development I don't think it should celebrate its 10th birthday.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
2005 Serdonis Cabernet Sauvignon, Ink Grade Vineyard
Serdonis is known for making big Cabs from Howell Mountain Grapes. After pulling the cork, on which tartrates had formed, there was a good amount of sediment on the neck which needed wiping before pouring the wine. The color of this wine is true to its vineyard name; completely opaque, dense purplish-black. On the nose there is abundant cassis, some oak, and a touch of bazooka (yes, the bubble gum). The wine has a velvety mouthfeel with plenty of acid and dense, intense cassis. Tannins are present, but they are surprisingly smooth, unlike other wines of this age I've had from Serdonis. While the wine is well-made and enjoyable, it's not exceedingly complex. This wine will hold up for another few years, but at this stage in its development I don't think it should celebrate its 10th birthday.
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