2010 Ramey "Pedregal" Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon ‰۝ Rather than going funky

‰۝ Rather than going funky or rustic

firm tannins and juicy acidity give this backbone

Salt-tinged bright citrus and apple are complemented by levity from just under 12% alcohol

The wine exhibits pure black currant

solid Cab from a good winery with a proven track record

2010 Ramey "Pedregal" Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon ‰۝ Rather than going funkyAs usual, the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Pedregal Vineyard is a fabulous effort. The debut vintage of this cuvee was 2004, which is still quite young (I recently rated it 95). From the Oakville appellation, it is aged in 100% new Taransaud barrels, but sadly, only about 260 cases are made. The 2010 boasts beautiful notes of fruitcake, espresso roast, chocolate and black currants in its complex, full bodied, concentrated, multi dimensional personality.