Ben Marco Cabernet '08

RATING:

88 pts-- Tanzer

DESCRIPTION/REVIEWS:

(Previous review) "Good deep red-ruby color. Aromas and flavors of blackberry, violet and licorice. Silky and lush in texture, with enticing spice character giving added freshness to the wine's strong fruit. Finishes with sweet tannins”—Stephen Tanzer—89 pts

Beautiful deep red color with perfumed aromas of ripe black cherries, strawberries and roasted cocoa beans. This wine is full-bodied and incredibly lush for a young Cabernet. It explodes on the palate with red and black fruits, then shows baking spices on its way to a mouthwatering finish. Pedro blended in some Merlot for greater complexity and to achieve better balance. Pairs well with a wide range of foods including beef, sausages, spiced or grilled pork, veal, rabbit, medium-strong cheeses, and meat-based pasta sauces.