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Upper Bench Estate Winery 'Estate' Cabernet Sauvignon, Okanagan Valley BC
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Region: British Columbia Naramata Bench
Vintage: 2013
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This estate grown Cabernet is decidedly ripe; mocha, patchouli, pencil shavings and sarsaparilla atop succulent purple fruit. The palate is an echo of that lushness; vanilla, tobacco, berries and oak spice flavours, which have a tendency to stand out on the finish. However, good suppleness and expressive fruit overall.


 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Barbeque, Cheese - Hard/Aged


©copyright 2025 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Diva reviewed - 2017-09-08 11:28:46.0

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