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2023 Patent Cabernet Sauvignon "Diamond Mountain"

Patent 2023 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winery: Patent

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Diamond Mountain"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Diamond Mountain District

State or country: CA

Price: $95

Cases produced: 350

KWG Score: 94 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (94)

Review date: May 25, 2026

Wine Review: This midnight purple colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Patent opens with a black tea and pencil lead bouquet with hints of new leather, dark chocolate, and blackberry. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, rich, and dense. The flavor profile is a mild blackberry and graphite blend with notes of vanilla and cassis. I also detected hints of black Twizzler and black tea. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and well-managed dusty tannins drift away nicely. I would pair this Cab with a porterhouse steak. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: After 30 months in barrel, this wine has a rich garnet color, and classic Cabernet aromas with leather, cocoa, and spice. With touches of chestnut and nutmeg, it comes off clean. It is expressive, juicy, with black fruit, cassis, Chinese five spice, and forest floor flavors. It is full bodied with moderate acidity, subtle oak, velvety texture, and medium tannin. Will develop nicely with age. Only 350 cases will be produced.

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