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WTN: 1996 Chappellet Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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WTN: 1996 Chappellet Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

by Isaac » Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:43 pm

Alcohol 14.1% It was a gift, so no price was available.

Decanted. Quite a bit of sediment.

Deep reddish purple, no sign of bricking. Nose is light but very pleasant.

In the mouth, not quite as full bodied or full flavored as I might have expected form the color, but consistent with the nose. Hints of black cherries, maybe some dark chocolate. Certainly better than what I usually drink. Tannins are soft but evident. Very nice.

Winesearcher.com says this runs $78 a bottle, if one can find it. It's good, but I wouldn't pay that much for a bottle.

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