2004 Oracle Cabernet Sauvignon

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The wine definitely emanates a distinct cherry smell. There is also a scent I can only describe as "old." It's an "old" smell of a cabinet that has been closed up for years upon years. Although that sounds like a bit of a turn off when it came to what the wine's taste had in store, it was quite the opposite. It made me feel comfortable. The more I smelled, the more scents started appearing. The list is as follows: spicy, leathery, powdery, smokey, licorice, and slight floral hints (this could also be the "powdery" scent I picked up). The taste of this one is very pleasing. It's unbelievably light for a cabernet. I'm used to a much stronger flavor in cabs, but this is still good. Like the nose, there is a definite cherry flavor. It is extremely warm, spicy and tingly mouthfeel. The wine finishes with a gentle bite back as if to entice your mouth for the next kiss of the glass. I have to say, I thoroughly enjoyed Oracle's Cabernet. It was tough for me to pick up the many scents it offers, but after a few attempts, I came to know it very well. I recommend this wine as one that you would pick up whether you have money to burn or if you are on a limited budget. It offers plenty of taste and is quite impressive. I would never know it only cost $6.99. What a great find!

Tasting Tags: cherry floral leathery licorice old powdery smokey spicy