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2007 Continuum Proprietary Red

Removed from subterranean passive storage

Ends Sunday, 7pm Pacific

RATINGS

98Robert M. Parker Jr.

...extraordinary perfume of blueberries, blackberries, spring flowers and subtle hints of burning embers and earth... ...integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood has been brilliantly accomplished...

97Wine Spectator

A wonderful expression of Cabernet, sleek and polished, with a mix of rich, layered black cherry, currant, wild berry and plum fruit that’s intense, concentrated, focused and stylish, turning spicy, with cedary anise and sage notes...

94Stephen Tanzer

..aromas of blackberry, cassis, crushed rock, licorice & bitter chocolate, all lifted by a violet topnote. Supple, pliant & concentrated, and quite graceful for its serious sweetness. I like this suave midweight's floral & menthol reserve..

REGION

United States, California, Napa Valley, Oakville

Oakville AVA is one of the two or three most prestigious appellations in the United States. Located in the heart of Napa Valley, its 5,000 vineyard acres produce some of the world’s most acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, including such California “cult” Cabs as Screaming Eagle and Harlan Estate. Before those boutique producers rose to fame in the 1990s, Oakville was already renowned as home to Robert Mondavi, Opus One and Groth Vineyards, among others. Along with the famous wineries, there are premier vineyards in this AVA, including Martha’s Vineyard and To Kalon Vineyard. To Kalon was first planted in 1868 by H.W. Crabb, one of California’s first viticultural researchers, and he named the vineyard after the ancient Greek phrase for “most beautiful.” Though many grapes can be successfully grown in Oakville, Cabernet Sauvignon is king. Merlot and Chardonnay are also frequently planted. Oakville Cabs are prized for their richness, complexity and weight. Oakville was designated as an AVA in 1993.