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2002 Joseph Phelps Backus Cabernet - 750ml
2002 Joseph Phelps Backus Cabernet - 750ml

2002 Joseph Phelps Backus Cabernet - 750ml

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Item #1023
Lot #48 of 91
Item Description

2002 Joseph Phelps Backus Cabernet

The 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Backus Vineyard is a massive, youthful blockbuster with an opaque purple color as well as firm tannins (despite the general openness and ripeness of the 2002 Napa Cabernets). Almost overly rich, it has a long evolution ahead of it given its firm tannins and off-the-charts concentration and extract. One has to admire this cuvee for its extraordinary structure and multidimensional personality, but at present, even with airing, the primary aromas of new oak, loamy soil, graphite, incense and black fruits are all one can expect. In the mouth, the wine remains brutally tannic, but there is enough stuffing to easily balance out the wine’s structure. It is a young, possibly great wine for the ages, and I would not hesitate to put my money where my mouth is. This 2002 should be absolutely amazing in 25-30 years.

Condition

BN - Base Neck Fill

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