The February 2024 Auction: Part 1
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Estimate: $35
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91AG
"The 2011 vintage was especially challenging for Cabernet Sauvignon. Dehlinger used only 2 of his 4.5 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and opted to bottle on his Claret, which has turned out to be outstanding. Grilled herbs, blackberries, cassis and spices are rich, deep and beautifully expressive in the glass. This is a gorgeous wine by any measure, but a true steal considering the price. I am sure the decision not to produce the Cabernet Sauvignon bottling was a difficult one, but in exchange Tom and Eva Dehlinger have given their customers the change to enjoy an absolutely stellar wine at a very reasonable price. Readers who can find the 2011 should not hesitate; it is delicious."
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"The 2011 vintage was especially challenging for Cabernet Sauvignon. Dehlinger used only 2 of his 4.5 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and opted to bottle on his Claret, which has turned out to be outstanding. Grilled herbs, blackberries, cassis and spices are rich, deep and beautifully expressive in the glass. This is a gorgeous wine by any measure, but a true steal considering the price. I am sure the decision not to produce the Cabernet Sauvignon bottling was a difficult one, but in exchange Tom and Eva Dehlinger have given their customers the change to enjoy an absolutely stellar wine at a very reasonable price. Readers who can find the 2011 should not hesitate; it is delicious."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
A large, geographically varied California region producing cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay near the coast and richer Zinfandel and Cabernet inland. Its wines range from elegant to bold.
A cool, fog-influenced Sonoma AVA renowned for elegant, complex Pinot Noir and rich, balanced Chardonnay.