Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra but the very dry style

but the very dry style means this is probably not the best choice for those who are new to Madeira

but very tannic and full

bluish/black

Wine Advocate - 98+ points

Will age for a long time

Mondavi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon - 1997 (750ml) Tinta Negra but the very dry styleAs for the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, this wine seems more subdued than it did last year and might be going through a relatively closed stage. As it sat in the glass, it took on an almost Ducru Beaucaillou or Leoville Las Cases St. Julien like character, with notes of minerals, cedar wood, black currants, tobacco, and spice. This is a rich, dark ruby purple colored wine with very complex aromatics, medium to full body, tight structure and plenty