1998 Contea di Sclafani Cabernet Sauvignon

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Score 87/100 · Drink 2000-2010, Robert Parker, Aug 2000

The 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant effort. A deep ruby/purple color is followed by sweet black currant/cassis fruit, and licorice aromas and flavors. This elegant, tasty, well-made Cabernet can be enjoyed young because of its low acidity, yet it possesses the capacity to age well for a decade. A Leonardo Locascio Selection, Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

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88
88/100

Average Score

87
87/100

Robert Parker

89
89/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Dark ruby, but without the saturation of superior cabernet. Vanilla, blackcurrant, mint and rosemary on the nose. Ample and round on the palate, with cassis, sage and rosemary flavors. The finish is firm and sustained, with supple tannins. But, like the Rosso del Conte, this doesn't quite possess the power or follow-through of the best past vintages.

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Tasca d' Almerita
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Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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