Sterling Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted to express the intense fruit character produced in Monterey in a full, balanced wine. Distinctive aromas of cherry and blackberry fruit are followed by subtle notes of oak and vanilla. The palate boasts black cherries, dark chocolate and a long structured finish. The texture is full, rich, and soft in the mouth making it a great match with red meat dishes, cheese, and dark chocolate.

Community Tasting Notes (average 82.2 pts. and median of 84 pts. in 13 notes)

Rating: 82/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 11/15/03

Rating for United States-California-Central Coast: 89 (slightly worse than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>