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Rodney Strong Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Wine Review

Rodney Strong Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Rodney Strong Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Sonoma County, California, United States

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $69.95

Drink: 2021-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.9%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Rodney Strong

Agent: Mark Anthony Wine & Spirits

Natalie's Score: 92/100

Rodney Strong Reserve 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is a 100% Cab Sauv. with cassis, ripe blackberry, dark plum, red berry, savoury herbs and cedar spice flavours elegant and long on the palate. Very nice now, and will easily cellar for another eight years.

Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: lamb Bolognese, Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, barbecued steak.

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This Rodney Strong Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 was reviewed on November 11, 2021 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • AGLC
  • 382325

Reviews and Ratings

Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 92/100 with the following review:

Rich and flavourful. Aromas of blackberry and currant, and a touch of cranberry, along with notes of cedar, warm spice and leather. Full bodied, smooth on the palate, with bright acidity, soft, dusty tannins, and rich, velvety dark berry notes, and warm spicy and smoky hints on a lengthy finish. Enjoy with prime rib.

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