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1997 Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon Winemaker's Reserve
Vineyard: Chateau Souverain
Price: $33.74- $50.00
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Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Style: Red
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
The grapes for Chateau Souverain's Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon are grown on the hillsides and benchlands of Alexander Valley. These vineyards are noted for their gravelly, low-energy soil, which produces rich, concentrated flavors and colors. We chose Stuhlmuller, Chambers & Hansen and our own estate vineyards as the sources for this vintage. The terraced hillside of Stuhlmuller Vineyard (50%) historically is the backbone of our reserve blends due to its great fruit concentration. Cham...
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  • Wine Advocate
    Rating: (90-92) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 120 on Dec-98
  • Wine Enthusiast
    Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Enthusiast
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for United States-California: 94 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>
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  • Fellow Drync'r
    bought in NYC with Char 1-12-02