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Charles Krug

Family Reserve Generations Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.2211 ratings
9.127 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion

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Charles KrugNapa Valley, CaliforniaCabernet Sauvignon
Top Notes For
Roy Goble
9.1

Love the story behind Generations. Not as much love for the wine itself.

Love the story behind Generations. Not as much love for the wine itself.

Nov 6th, 2021
Aaron Means
9.2

Don't call it a come back,.....

Don't call it a come back,.....

Mar 4th, 2018
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

Dark cassis, strong black plum, allspice, nutmeg, caramel and vanilla barrel toast, forest floor and crushed dry rock finish.

Dark cassis, strong black plum, allspice, nutmeg, caramel and vanilla barrel toast, forest floor and crushed dry rock finish.

2 people found it helpfulJun 13th, 2015
Alyssa Rapp

CEO/Founder Bottlenotes

9.3

Terrific vintage- deep purple, rich, blackberries and black plum, cocoa notes throughout.

Terrific vintage- deep purple, rich, blackberries and black plum, cocoa notes throughout.

2 people found it helpfulJan 16th, 2015
Matt Sterr
9.3

Very dark, concentrated and delicious. Cassis and plum are the main drivers, with some blackberry and wet dark earth in there. Also a clean mineral note as well. Palate is silky and finish is long and mouthwatering. Great wine in a good vintage.

Very dark, concentrated and delicious. Cassis and plum are the main drivers, with some blackberry and wet dark earth in there. Also a clean mineral note as well. Palate is silky and finish is long and mouthwatering. Great wine in a good vintage.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 15th, 2016
Martin Redmond
9.2

An outstanding Bordeaux blend from @CharlesKrugWine with a blkberry, cassis, bittersweet chocolate and mineral character

An outstanding Bordeaux blend from @CharlesKrugWine with a blkberry, cassis, bittersweet chocolate and mineral character

1 person found it helpfulMay 29th, 2014
Shawn R
8.9

Was concerned about the vintage yet it held up. Focused on the nose-plowed earth, spice and oak. Dry and green on the palate-wet sage, dusty currants and back to the plowed earth. Well balanced tannins and acidity that display a lingering gripping finish that stays.

Was concerned about the vintage yet it held up. Focused on the nose-plowed earth, spice and oak. Dry and green on the palate-wet sage, dusty currants and back to the plowed earth. Well balanced tannins and acidity that display a lingering gripping finish that stays.

Oct 12th, 2016
Pierre Costa
9.3

Black fruit driven. Alcohol a little too high, but smooth tannins.

Black fruit driven. Alcohol a little too high, but smooth tannins.

May 19th, 2016
Jim Reed

Fine Wine Room Manager Harbor View Wines and Liquors

9.3

2011 is so underrated. Delicous.

2011 is so underrated. Delicous.

Jun 9th, 2015
M. Ventre
9.1

Old school Napa holdin it down..

Old school Napa holdin it down..

Mar 8th, 2015