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The November 2019 Auction: Part 1

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Auction Ends: 11/7/2019 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #748. Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 2007

Description: Consists of 3 Bottles, 0.75L
Score: 99 RP.
"Retasting the 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon was a treat as I believe it is the greatest Cabernet Sauvignon Spottswoode has ever produced. Wonderful aromas of black raspberries, blueberries, black currants and flowers jump from the glass of this dark ruby/purple-tinged Cabernet. As I have stated before, if Chateau Margaux were in Napa Valley, it would be Spottswoode. The purity, balance and delicacy of this wine are impressive. Perhaps slightly less dense and powerful than the 2008, the 2007 is flawlessly put together with nothing out of place. It, too, should age effortlessly for 20-30+ years. This historic estate, tucked behind the town of St. Helena in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains, was established in 1882, and is run by one of the grand ladies of Napa, Mary Novak, along with her daughter, Beth. These have long been very good, classic wines, but over the last 10-15 years their quality has soared into the upper echelon of the Napa hierarchy." Wine Advocate #192, Dec 2010
Provenance: The Acier Cellar
Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $550

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