2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Wine

Wine Spectator, 92 points: Old-school but well-done this is tight and firm showing a dense balanced mix of dried currant mineral cedar cigar box and tobacco flavors. Ends with good depth range of flavor and tannins. Best from 2013 through 2023.-J.L.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 98 points: The 2008 Nicolas Catena Zapata is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Malbec and the balance Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc that spent 24 months in 100% new French oak followed by 24 months in bottle prior to release...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 points: 94+ The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is comprised of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest six other grapes - Merlot Malbec St. Macaire (how often do you see that!) Petit Verdot Carmenere and Cabernet Franc -...