Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

Elan Vineyards Napa Valley Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

Elan Vineyards
Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

From Atlas Peak on the eastern slope above Napa, - medium-full bodied - a bit tight and closed on opening - opened to reveal a whisp of floral notes, and softened a bit over the evening - still, firm black berry fruits were tightly knitted with a hint of creosote and a tone of dark tea with moderate tannins on a lingering finish. Served by Bill & Beth C with artisan cheeses, grilled chicken and salmon dinner with green beans and roasted fingerling potatoes.  

RM 88 points.

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Also tasted Freeman Vineyards & Winery Sonoma County Russian River Valley RYO FU Chardonnay 2006.



We first met winemaker Richard Elliott Smith and his wife Linda (center, below) at our Napa Wine Experience in 1998.

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