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Ellis Alden Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.214 ratings
9.22 pro ratings
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, 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
Ron R
9.3

Brilliant showing of this superb cab example. Tasted many times, so Iā€™m not going to repeat myself.

Brilliant showing of this superb cab example. Tasted many times, so Iā€™m not going to repeat myself.

Oct 9th, 2017
Ron R
9.2

Just restocked on this. So fine. Let this breathe for a while (which we did not).
Flamboyant oak treatment. On the palette, this shows a great presence, density and sweetness. We are looking forward to tasting the 14.

Just restocked on this. So fine. Let this breathe for a while (which we did not).
Flamboyant oak treatment. On the palette, this shows a great presence, density and sweetness. We are looking forward to tasting the 14.

Sep 24th, 2017
Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

9.0

Deep ruby and purplish red. Lots of blueberry, blackberry, forest floor, not overly fruity on the nose. Slight undertone of nutmeg and burnt wood. Medium plus bodied with moderate tannins (5.5/10). Lots of dark berries and woody notes. Moderate plus finish. Definitely excited to see what happens on day two. 89+ Improved to 90 on day two with cocoa.

Deep ruby and purplish red. Lots of blueberry, blackberry, forest floor, not overly fruity on the nose. Slight undertone of nutmeg and burnt wood. Medium plus bodied with moderate tannins (5.5/10). Lots of dark berries and woody notes. Moderate plus finish. Definitely excited to see what happens on day two. 89+ Improved to 90 on day two with cocoa.

2 people found it helpfulSep 30th, 2016
Ron R
9.1

Always yummy šŸ˜‹

Always yummy šŸ˜‹

1 person found it helpfulDec 30th, 2017
James Ayling

Rich cherries with a smooth velvet texture. Quite high acidity and tannic. Lovely bottle - thank you to Ronnie and his wonderful cellar!

Rich cherries with a smooth velvet texture. Quite high acidity and tannic. Lovely bottle - thank you to Ronnie and his wonderful cellar!

1 person found it helpfulNov 4th, 2017
Eric

In some ways I like this better than the Georges III. Awesome balance and restraint. Already well integrated. Pop n pour. Fantastic @Palmer Emmitt !

In some ways I like this better than the Georges III. Awesome balance and restraint. Already well integrated. Pop n pour. Fantastic @Palmer Emmitt !

1 person found it helpfulJun 3rd, 2017
Howard Greenfield

Thank you Martin R. Quite tasty!!

Thank you Martin R. Quite tasty!!

1 person found it helpfulFeb 20th, 2017
Rob Brobst III

Pencil Lead, graphite, and blackberry overwhelm the nose follow by cherries and a full array of tannins.

Pencil Lead, graphite, and blackberry overwhelm the nose follow by cherries and a full array of tannins.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 11th, 2017
Mike R
9.4

Omg @Martin G Rivard thank you sir / I am buying all I can

Omg @Martin G Rivard thank you sir / I am buying all I can

Jun 4th, 2017
Ron R
9.3

Drinking perfectly now - Excellent. Must secure a drop more.

Drinking perfectly now - Excellent. Must secure a drop more.

May 11th, 2017