Three Thieves, California (United States) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Jun 4, 2015

By Rich Cook

This wine is aimed directly at new wine drinkers, proudly announced by its "California   Republic" appellation, echoing a current fashion trend in the west.  It’s what I like to call a back door wine, as opposed to a gateway wine.  Gateway wines get you in and tasting, but back door wines are the ones that take you out of the introductory room and into a "better quality environment."  It’s bright and correct in both aroma and flavor profiles, with good acidity, and a long finish that is fairly oaky, but it’s not in the way of the fruit.  A Platinum Award winner at the 2015 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.

Country / Region

United States

Appellation

California

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Color

Red

Vintage

2013

Score

94

Price

US $ 8.00

Producer

Three Thieves