TN: 2007 Gramercy Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon (USA, Washington, Columbia Valley)

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  • 2007 Gramercy Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon - USA, Washington, Columbia Valley (2/6/2011)
    Before saying anything else about this wine, I should mention that we opened two bottles during the Superbowl and they were consistent with one another. These vaporized in fron of our eyes. People at our house loved this wine and that is without a word from me talking it up. Decanted both two hours. Dark maroon with a clear rim. The nose showed bing cherry and some mocha and plum. Exceptional mouthfeel. Tasted and felt like a good Cabernet should. No flab, no vanilla. Black cherry and cassis with a hint of tobacco. Refreshing and wonderful with our assortment of grilled meats. Firm tannic structure and great length.

This would be a 91 point wine, but I’m bumping to 92 based on it being the “people’s choice” tonight. (92 pts.)

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Looking forward to trying some Gramercy…anyone tasted the 2007 or 2008 Gramercy Cellars John Lewis Reserve?

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Had the 07. Good, but really pricey. The WW Syrah and the Lagniappe are both great if you are looking for Syrah. Hard to miss with this producer.

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Great note, Anthony.

Had a glass of this at Canlis with the wagyu steak (let’s hear it for gift certificates). I was surprised at the prominence of the fruit and the lack of earthier tones, but it is definitely a well-balanced cab without noticeable oak. I liked it a lot.

Michael