1997 Chateau Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon

Expert Rating

Region:	United States > California > Alexander Valley
Other Vintages:	2010 2010 2007 2006 2004 2003 2003 2001 2001 2000 1999 1998 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1987 1986 1980 1979 1978 1978 1977 1976 1974 1973 1971 1970 1969 1968 1968
Drink By:	2008

Expert Reviews

Vintage Chart

Rating for United States-California: 94 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>
Wine Spectator

Rating: 88/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 06/15/00
Wine Advocate

Rating: 88/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 126 on Jan-00
Wine.com

An open aroma dominated by dark, blackberry and currant-like fruit. Nearly two years aging in small barrels has added complex nuances of vanilla, coffee and spice which are complemented by one of the most extracted, ripe berry flavored wines in recent memory. The rich tannin backbone and balanced acidity round out a very complete Cabernet Sauvignon.