Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra It is difficult to know

It is difficult to know whether the 2005 Pontet-Canet will ultimately eclipse the hedonism and density of the flamboyant 2003

but very tannic and full

and certainly one of the most magnificent Gruaud-Larose ever made

bluish/black

Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra It is difficult to knowAs for the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, this wine seems more subdued than it did last year and might be going through a relatively closed stage. As it sat in the glass, it took on an almost Ducru Beaucaillou or Leoville Las Cases St. Julien like character, with notes of minerals, cedar wood, black currants, tobacco, and spice. This is a rich, dark ruby purple colored wine with very complex aromatics, medium to full body, tight structure and plenty