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Cupcake Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Wine Review

Cupcake Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Cupcake Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Central Coast, California, United States

Community Score:86/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $15.45

Drink: 2013-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Medium Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Cupcake Vineyards

Agent: Corby Spirit and Wine Limited

Natalie's Score: 87/100

A smooth, medium-bodied, off-dry Californian Cabernet with aromas and flavours of sweet black plums and blackberries. Pair with red velvet cupcakes.

This Cupcake Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 was reviewed on November 10, 2016 by Natalie MacLean

More Vintages: 2010 

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 744375
  • $11.26 
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Reviews and Ratings

Lori Kilmartin WSET3 - WSET3 Sommelier rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

I found this a bit young. A touch of bell pepper and the acidity was a bit edgy. Aromas of blackberry, cassis and vanilla. Smooth and light tannins and medium finish. I would have liked more tannins as I paired this with a steak dinner while dining out.
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 85/100 with the following review:

Strawberry, blueberry, mint and bell pepper on nose and palate. Medium-bodied and a bit harsh on the mouth.
Tasted Oct. 2016
Martin Jutras rated this wine as 84/100

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