1995 Araujo Estate Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard Napa Valley
Vineyard: Araujo Estate Wines
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Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Style: Red
Region: United States
Other Vintages: 1998 1997 1994 1993 1992 1991
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Winemaker Francoise Peschon describes the wine as: delicious, opulent, smooth and seamless, with layered flavors of cassis, plum, toffee and spice that coat the palate, followed by an exceptionally long spicy finish. While bursting with fruit, it is impressive in its harmony, balance, and elegance. It should age gracefully for 20 years or more.
Expert Reviews
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  • Wine Advocate
    Araujo's Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard has become a benchmark. I believe the 1995 is the finest produced under the Araujo regime. It is close to perfection. The wine combines extraordinary power and richness with remarkable complexity and finesse. The saturated purple/black color is followed by aromas of sweet vanillin intermixed with riveting scents of black currants, minerals, exotic spices, coffee, and toast. There is nothing garish about this subtle yet powerful giant of a wine. A Napa Valley classic, it is full-bodied and extremely rich, yet retains its sense of balance and symmetry. This fabulous Cabernet Sauvignon should age effortlessly for 30 or more years. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2030.
  • Description
    This wine, with its rich black ruby color, exudes aromas of ripe, deeply concentrated fruit, Asian spices, cocoa butter and sweet vanilla. It fills the mouths with firm, dense, luscious fruit and fine tannins.