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Spottswoode Cabernets back to 1982

Spottswoode Cabernets are very particular – delightfully particular. Read more in an accompanying article published in free for all on Saturday Oct 21.

 

Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Napa Valley 17.5 Drink 2010-20

Still very purple. Some floral notes on the nose – extremely youthful! Rather similar to 2002 – though with more acidity and bite. More prominent tannins because there is decidedly less flesh here. This may outlast it and even overtake it though… Briney finish.

 

Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 Napa Valley 18+ Drink 2010-18

Exceptionally concentrated crimson. Very dark. Sweet and so young there are practically fermentation...