Peter Michael 'Au Paradis' Cabernet Sauvignon
| Vintage: | 2017 |
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| Description: | The 2017 Au Paradis (o par-a-dee) is located in the heart of the Oakville AVA's famed âred dirtâ in Napa Valley, Au Paradis is situated exactly where its name translates, âIn Heaven.â Planted in the foothills on the eastside of the valley's raised, gently sloping plateau, the Bordeaux varietals develop into a classic style with silky tannins and deep red fruit.Winemaker Tasting Notes:A near-black ruby color and violet high-lights, packed with aromas of black currant and crème de cassis with meaty nuances and touches of plum brandy, vanilla, allspice and red rose. The flavors mirror the nose with juicy black currant and additional notes of fresh leather, black olive, framed with plentiful, but fine-grained tannins with iron-like background minerality. The mouth feel is round, refined and complex with an incredible length of finish. Approachable now, the wine will continue to age gracefully for two decades or more.Wine Information:Blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Cabernet FrancAged 18 months in 100% French oak barrels from selected artisan coopersBottled unfined and unfilteredJames Suckling 96ptsThis is a beautiful wine with juicy fruit. Tile and iron undertones add an iodine note. Medium to full body and round tannins. Fresh and flavorful. Very pretty length and intensity. Hints of spice, stone and walnuts. Elegant and beautiful. Tight and structured. Drink or hold. Better after 2023.Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 94ptsComposed of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Cabernet Franc coming from Oakville AVA, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Au Paradis reveals a deep garnet-purple color and charges out of the gate with expressive notes of warm cassis, plum preserves and wild blueberries with hints chocolate mint, candied violets, black loam, truffles and charcuterie. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers bags of juicy fruit with great freshness and solid, ripe, grainy tannins, finishing with laudable purity. 1,450 cases were made. |
| Price: | $ 209.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Potomac Wines and Spirits
| Address: |
3100 M Street NW Washington, DC 20007T United States |
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| Telephone (regular): | 800-333-2829 |
| Fax: | 202-625-1180 |
First added to 1000 Corks on January 23, 2022.
