2014 Freemark Abbey ‘Bosche Vineyards’ Cabernet Sauvignon

WA96+ Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Bosche Vineyard, composed of 94.1% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5.9% Merlot, has an expressive, savory nose of black olives, roasted nuts and sandalwood with a core of cassis, blackberry pie and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied and laden with black fruits, earth and baking spice notions, it has a firm structure of grainy tannins and lovely freshness, finishing long. Forget it for 2-4 years and drink it over the next 25+. 1,509 cases produced.
Notes from the Estate: Dark, opaque ruby in color, the 2014 Bosché has rich, dusty blackberry and cassis aromas, with immense depth and complexity. The sweet oak spice is well integrated with spice nuances of cinnamon, clove, aromatic cedar, black pepper and dark cocoa powder. The flavor is big, voluptuous, soft and velvety, with rich depth of black fruit. With balanced acidity, good body and texture, the tannins are well integrated providing a very long fruitful finish.
composition: 94.1% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5.9% Merlot barrel aging: 28 months in French oak barrels
life span in proper cellar: 20-30 Years