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Napa Valley 1986 Cabernet Sauvignon

Source-supported draft: Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1986 is Very Good, with several important wines but less ageing depth than the stronger 1985 and 1984 years. Buy only top names such as Dunn, Mondavi Reserve, Far Niente, Montelena,...

89 - Very Good
Score89
ConfidenceHigh
MaturityMature
Window1994-2016

Vivintage verdict

Very Good

Source-supported draft: Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1986 is Very Good, with several important wines but less ageing depth than the stronger 1985 and 1984 years. Buy only top names such as Dunn, Mondavi Reserve, Far Niente, Montelena,...

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