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Etude Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

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Etude Vineyards

Based in the Carneros region of California’s Napa Valley, Etude is a Pinot Noir-dominant producer with a focus on musical expression. Founded in 1982, a year before the Carneros AVA was officially founded, by Tony Soter, the winery was acquired in recent years by Treasury Wine Estates. Etude wines are unique because, as opposed to the rest of Napa Valley, the Carneros sub-region is significantly cooler thanks to breezes from the San Pablo Bay, and can grow delicate, bright, and balanced styles of Pinot Noir. Although their flagship is Pinot Noir, the winery also produces bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from Rutherford and St. Helena as well as Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc.

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Summary

The Etude Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 from Napa Valley exemplifies the power and elegance characteristic of the region. This wine offers a complex bouquet of dark fruits, including blackberry and cherry, enhanced by undertones of licorice and earthy notes. Its structure is firm yet refined, supported by well-integrated tannins and lively acidity that contributes to a balanced profile. The lengthy aging in French oak adds layers of spice and mocha nuances, making it both approachable now and a candidate for further aging. With a total production of 4,600 cases, this vintage stands as a benchmark for Napa Valley Cabernets.


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