Castoro Cellars
Estate Grown Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon
I like their big tannic Reserve reds to lay down for five years plus. But what about their regular reds? Heavily pigmented purple-red in color. Briar, leather, cherry notes in nose. Touch of barnyard, mint-eucalyptus in nose as well. Black currant and cherry flavors, mild tannins initially, dry finish on palate. Plum flavor emerges with time. Skin astringency moderate; sharp chewy tannins emerge after 30 minutes, but soften two hours later. Red fruit finish and aftertaste. Well made for a basic-entry Cabernet; certainly there are more complex and costly Central Coast Cabernets but this is a solid choice in the mid price points. Better than I expected, tastes even better with time or decanting
I like their big tannic Reserve reds to lay down for five years plus. But what about their regular reds? Heavily pigmented purple-red in color. Briar, leather, cherry notes in nose. Touch of barnyard, mint-eucalyptus in nose as well. Black currant and cherry flavors, mild tannins initially, dry finish on palate. Plum flavor emerges with time. Skin astringency moderate; sharp chewy tannins emerge after 30 minutes, but soften two hours later. Red fruit finish and aftertaste. Well made for a basic-entry Cabernet; certainly there are more complex and costly Central Coast Cabernets but this is a solid choice in the mid price points. Better than I expected, tastes even better with time or decanting
Nov 12th, 2018Deep ruby color. Aromas of dark berries, tobacco pipe and oak. Rich, black cherries on the palate, plum and black tea finish.
Deep ruby color. Aromas of dark berries, tobacco pipe and oak. Rich, black cherries on the palate, plum and black tea finish.
Oct 17th, 2021For a Costco bought BIG bottle? ... it's pretty darn good. Use it as a table wine or just if you want a quick wine swig.
For a Costco bought BIG bottle? ... it's pretty darn good. Use it as a table wine or just if you want a quick wine swig.
Jul 3rd, 2016Bought at a gas station in Paso Robles. Super tasty!😄
Bought at a gas station in Paso Robles. Super tasty!😄
Jun 18th, 2016Great legs; ridiculous quality for an affordable price out at a restaurant.
Great legs; ridiculous quality for an affordable price out at a restaurant.
Apr 23rd, 2016Favorite Sauvignon Blanc - fruity taste, not thin like most. I like is when it warms up a little after being in the fridge - rounds out the flavors.
Favorite Sauvignon Blanc - fruity taste, not thin like most. I like is when it warms up a little after being in the fridge - rounds out the flavors.
Mar 21st, 2016