| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Appellation |
Napa Valley Napa County North Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.6% |
| Price | $79.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2021-10-19 |
Perfect For
Dinner With The Parents, Long-Term Aging, Winning Over the Boss
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec , Merlot
Michael Mondavi Family 'Animo' Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Review
Everything you think a classic Cali Cab should be is here. It’s powerful, structured, and focused. It’s still aging, drinking well now, and close to its peak awesome. If you are going to splurge on California Big un’s, this is a bottle you should consider. It is, nay, defines steak wine. As a gift ,your boss will promote you, and your father-in-law will accept you into the fold, congrats!
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