Castoro Cellars

Estate Grown Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

8.866 ratings
8.45 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
David Shaw

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, 2018
Peter J.

933

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Neil Valenzuela

Deep 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, 2021
Brian Breslin

Very refreshing, and not bad price.

Very refreshing, and not bad price.

Jul 8th, 2016
Aloke Mukherjee

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.

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, 2016
Kris Varanelli

Bought at a gas station in Paso Robles. Super tasty!😄

Bought at a gas station in Paso Robles. Super tasty!😄

Jun 18th, 2016
Ted Napolitano

Great 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, 2016
Heidi Kutcher

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.

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
Vincent A. Lima

Had on January 22, 20016

Had on January 22, 20016

Jan 23rd, 2016
Daisy Cisneros

Dry with some dark fruit flavor.

Dry with some dark fruit flavor.

Jan 10th, 2016