The wine has a deep violet to purple color and is somewhat opaque but not cloudy. It has plenty of viscosity. Legs are slow to develop, indicating a wine with some structure. I detect cherry/kirsh notes with maybe some anise or licorice as a backup but that’s hard to tell. The berry notes follow though on the palette with some nice acidity. This seems to give a nice balance to the wine with a medium to long finish. Mmmmm…good for drinking or with some beef entrée.

Good enough to choke a horse. Best served on a tart with a sweet chocolate drizzle. Not that I DIDN’T finish the amphorae.

– Silenus

Grade B+ Price: $16

Wine Review of:
J.Lohr
2003
Cabernet Sauvignon
Paso Robles, California
Alcohol Content: 13.5% by Volume.
Seven Oak Estates
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