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Treana 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Treana
Grape(s): 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, & 5% Syrah
Region: Paso Robles, California
Year: 2014
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 20-25

Review:
Black cherries and cassis mingle with highlights of dark chocolate, caramel, and clove on the nose. Lush black currant, boysenberry, and dark cherry play among allusions of caramel, minerals, and toasty vanilla on the palate. A velvety Cab, with polished tannins, it would be a lovely companion for a prim rib.
Rating: 91

Smith & Hook 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Smith & Hook
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Central Coast, Ca
Year: 2015
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Luscious aromas of cherries, blackberries, and plums interweave with hints of vanilla and coffee on the nose. Smooth tannins carry flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, and ripe plum, which are accented by notes of mocha and vanilla on the palate. Drink this Cab now, while waiting for your cellared ones to develop - it's elegant yet rich.
Rating: 91

Clos du Bois 2013 "Sonoma Reserve" Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Clos du Bois
Grape(s): 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, 6% Malbec, &1% Cabernet Franc.
Region: Alexander Valley, Ca
Year: 2013
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Aromas of blackberries, currants, and cherries weave together with suggestions of vanilla, and toasty oak on the nose. Supple tannins frame flavors of cassis, blackberry, and black cherry that play off of nuances of vanilla, clove, and oak. A lovely wine with a good amount of bottle age, it's drinking very well now. For lovers of traditional Cali Cab, it's good buy for under $20.
Rating: 90

Robert Mondavi 2016 "Bourbon Barels" Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Robert Mondavi
Grape(s): Cabernet
Region: Monterey County, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 10-15

Review:
Lush dark fruit blends with aromas of caramel and toasty vanilla on the nose. The palate reveals flavors of blackberry and dark cherry that flow into highlights of caramel and vanilla. Smooth and approachable, it's a nice buy for around $12.
Rating: 89