TN: 1999 A. Rafanelli Cabernet Sauvignon Terrace Select

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1999 A. Rafanelli Cabernet Sauvignon Terrace Select - USA, California, Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley (9/7/2009)
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Tasted September 7, 2009.

Opened and glass decanted for about 30 minutes. Followed over about 2 hours. Purple color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of herbs du provence, balsamic, currants and florals. Flavors of currants, plums and berries. Light to medium acidity, integrated tannins, medium body. Drink now. (90 pts.)

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Thanks for the note. I enjoyed a 1995 Terrace Select last night with dinner, and thought it was drinking absolutely wonderful – dark and rich, was more youthful than expected.