2001 Nepenthe Vineyards The Rogue Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

The wine is showing early development. Medium body. Brick red colour with brick red hue. Aroma of stewed fruit, confectionary and spice, followed by herbal, tea leaf and cedar notes. The fruit on the palate appears to be fading. Dry assertive tannins, overpowering. Aftertaste of stewed fruit and cedar.
Drink (2004)
Alc./Vol. 14.0%RATING 80/100VALUE XX/5