Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra and certainly one of the

and certainly one of the most magnificent Gruaud-Larose ever made

but very tannic and full

It is difficult to know whether the 2005 Pontet-Canet will ultimately eclipse the hedonism and density of the flamboyant 2003

This wine also received 95 Points from the Wine Spectator

but the very dry style means this is probably not the best choice for those who are new to Madeira

Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra and certainly one of theAs for the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, this wine seems more subdued than it did last year and might be going through a relatively closed stage. As it sat in the glass, it took on an almost Ducru Beaucaillou or Leoville Las Cases St. Julien like character, with notes of minerals, cedar wood, black currants, tobacco, and spice. This is a rich, dark ruby purple colored wine with very complex aromatics, medium to full body, tight structure and plenty