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WINE

CABFEST NAPA VALLEY

3/7/2016

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Cheers to all of those who poured and participated at the 2016 CabFest Napa Valley! An incredible event that more than pleased every Cabernet loving palate in the place,
CabFest brought a collection of classic producers and new players together for a truly epic tasting experience.
A producer that will never disappoint, Sequoia Grove consistently rocks it out vintage after vintage.
Of the three fabulous wines poured, it was the 2011 Cambium (Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc blend) that impressed me the most.
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W.H. SMITH 2012 RESERVE
HOWELL MOUNTAIN ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON

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What was my favorite Cab of the entire day?
The W.H. Smith 2012 Reserve Howell Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was entirely stunning. With noble depth and texture paired with intense acid that brought regal balance, this is a Cabernet I would bow down to and call 'king' any day. Owned by Bill and Joan Smith, it was Bill who was one of the five gentleman who originally established the Howell Mountain AVA. A gorgeous expression of what Cabernet has the potential to be.

  Cheers,
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