TN: 2017 Bevan Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Vineyard

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  • 2017 Bevan Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Tench Vineyard - USA, California, Napa Valley, Oakville (9/13/2021)
    Sometimes it’s time for something luscious, a bit over the top. This fit the bill without getting too extreme. The combination of Bevan exuberance with 2017 understatement made for a balanced, but still rich expression of Cabernet. Blackberry compote, baking spice and a Syrah-like road tar finish kept me coming back sip after sip, and glass after glass. It was just too easy to drink, which was exactly what I wanted!

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Sounds wonderful. I enjoyed the 15 and I have the 18 waiting.

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I had the ‘18 two weeks ago, patience is warranted and will be rewarded. Time to try out the ‘17 based on this note

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I prefer Bevan in less ripe vintages, as it tempers Russell’s exuberance.

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Is 2017 considered a less ripe, “understated” vintage in Napa? I thought 2017 to be defined by horrendous heat spikes and high alcohol?

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yes. in the same vein as '11, for the most part.

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It would be interesting to taste this alongside the 2017 Tench Vineyards estate wine that’s made for them by Bevan.