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2005 Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
93pts (WS) Offers richness, concentration and depth while remaining elegant and
supple, focusing on the ripe, spicy currant, mineral, herb and sage
notes. Ends with a measure of finesse and polish, with the right mix of
tannins. Drink now through 2016. 9,709 cases made. –JL October 15, 2008
92 pts (WA) There is no doubt that the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is
the top wine in the portfolio. Delicious notes of smoky oak, creme de
cassis, espresso roast, blackberries, and graphite are followed by a
full-bodied, powerful, rich wine with undeniable elegance and finesse
as well as sweet tannins. It can be drunk now or cellared for 15-20
years. This cuvee usually includes about 5% Cabernet Franc in the
blend. I doubt this vintage will turn out to be as impressive as the
2004, 2002, and 2001 Private Reserves. Robert Parker Wine Advocate # 180 Dec 2008
The 2005 vintage saw winter rains leading into a dry, mild March. Rains late into the growing season delayed bloom and set in the vineyards. A cool summer with few heat spikes followed by a warm September and October delivered nearly perfect conditions. Harvest was later than usual, providing extended hang time that resulted in excellent sugar development and balanced acids in a larger than average crop. The grapes for the 2005 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon were handpicked between October 12th and November 17th.
Winemaking
With Cabernet of this quality, the winemaking team believes in taking a minimalist approach to winemaking. Vinifying the fruit from each vineyard separately, Ed and Laurie used tailored pump-over techniques for optimal extraction, and then aged the wines in hand-selected, custom-toasted barrels of new French Nevers oak. They then aged the lots separately for just under two years before selecting the blend – one of exceptional depth, complexity and elegance. The final blend has aromas of Bing cherries, cocoa, cedar, allspice and mint. Generous cherry, blackberry and plum flavors are complemented by velvety tannins, resulting in a superbly long and elegant finish. - Laurie Hook, Beringer Vineyards Winemaker
2005 Components
Cabernet Sauvignon: Bancroft Ranch (31%)
St. Helena Home (25%)
Steinhauer (17%)
Rancho del Oso (8%)
Marston (7%)
Chabot (5%)
Lampyridae (2%)
Steinhauer Cabernet Franc (5%)
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2005 Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 93pts (WS)
2005 Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 93pts (WS)
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