Drinking the 2003 Dashe Cabernet Sauvignon
Today, on my last full day in OKC, I went back to the Metro Wine Bar & Bistro with my aunt and uncle (in-law). This time, I wanted to try the 2003 Dashe Cabernet Sauvignon; here are my thoughts:
- Aroma: Eucalyptus and mint with cherry and cedar. A very interesting bouquet.
- Flavor: Lots of solid tannic structure, some acidity due to the youthfulness of the wine, black fruit but with some cranberry; seconday flavors of coffee and chocolate flash across the palate.
- General impression: Too young yet, but has the potential to be a delicious Cabernet Sauvignon one day!
I had an ounce, a taste if you will, and it was good but I’m glad I didn’t get a whole glass. Instead, I got a whole glass of the 2003 York Creek Cabernet Franc…again. My aunt did the same and we both loved the wine!
On a separate note, the Cellar Wine Store had Odisea TI Tempranillo and Two Rows Garnacha in stock, both 2004 releases. Only $30 each. These wines were in the Spanish wines section, so if you go there be sure to track these down and buy them. The TI Tempranillo is delicious and lot of fun, and that Two Rows Garnacha is a spice bandit, so to speak. Delicious stuff.
A short post for now…I just wanted to get those Dashe tasting notes out there. Also, their Web site says nothing about a Cabernet Sauvignon, so I wonder if it’s even the right site/winery.