A rustic style of Cabernet Sauvignon, with big, earthy, exuberant tea and currant flavors as well as sharp acidity and tough, nearly uncivilized tannin, this huge, dense, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in 100% new French and American oak and bottled unfiltered. The French would call it a vin de garde. However, the tannin needs to become better integrated in order for it to merit a higher score. The oak is beautifully absorbed and the wine possesses monstrous levels of concentration and depth. If everything comes together, it will merit an outstanding score. If it doesn't, tasters will get an uncivilized mouthful of Cabernet Sauvignon. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2015.Importer: Epicurean Wine, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 923-1376