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1988 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

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1988 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine Details

Winery
Robert Mondavi
Vintage
1988
Grape Variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Region
  • Napa Valley
Alcohol (%)
13
Purchase Price ($)
80
Wine Rating
93
Closure
Cork
Source
Purchase

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Editor review

1 review
1988 Robert Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Rating
 
93
This is the first Mondavi wine i’ve tried and i took a risk in it being 27 years old, if longevity is a sign of a great vineyard and winemaker then i now understand why this producer is so well regarded.

The nose has secondary leather and cigar box complexity but has retained blackberry and blackcurrant primary fruit that is awash with peppery capsicum influences.

The palate is mature and integrated, but maintains structural tannins and considered acidity that makes this a complete and compelling wine nearing it’s 30th birthday. To finish there are brambly dark fruits against earthen tannin.

When to Drink

Optimal Drinking
2015 - 2019
Date Reviewed
08 29, 2015
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