Reif Estate Winery Kiln Dried Cabernet 2015 Wine Review

Reif Estate Winery Kiln Dried Cabernet 2015

Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $80.15

Drink: 2020-2026

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine

Winery: Reif

Agent: Reif Estate Winery

Pricing & Stock Information

BCLDB
160481
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SAQ
12569157
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AGLC
75424

ANBL
812826
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Reviews and Ratings

L.J. Palmer WSET 3 rated this wine as 93/100 with the following review:

Deep garnet coloured Cabernet Sauvignon, made in the appassimento style with kiln dried grapes, a technique which enhances and concentrates the flavours. This wine is complex, rich and full bodied, smooth like syrup, intense and fruity flavours of kirsch, prune, plum, black raspberry, black currant along with vanilla and spices. The acidity and tannins are medium plus, and this along with the pronounced fruit flavours and aromas make this an extremely enjoyable wine. High alcohol and rich, with a long finish of black fruits. This was paired with a steak grilled with rosemary and black pepper, which complemented the flavours of the wine and with a mix of grilled/caramelized vegetables (eggplant, zucchini, sweet potato, carrots, yellow pepper, onions and portobello mushrooms) which brought out earthy and spicy notes. The rich texture and taste of the wine is port like and also worked well with chocolate lava cakes. A wine for all courses and a very great pleasure to drink on its own or with food.

Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

A beautiful Ontario wine done in the appassimento-style, concentrating flavours and adding some power and concentration to the fruit profile. Aromas of ripe blck currant and blackberries, with notes of smoke, oak and spice. Full bodied, smooth on the palate, with some structured tannins, and bright acidity on the palate, balancing nicely with rounded dark berry notes, and a smoky, spicy finish. Enjoy with prime rib.

Available from Reif Winery:
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