Rudd Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Estate 2001

Has anyone tasted this lately? I'd like to open one of my bottles, but not if it's in a closed phase. Thanks.

Too ripe for my tastes. I had this at the Taste of Oakville 2 yrs ago and was one of, if not the best wine at the show. Very strong showing that had no sense of over ripe fruit which is why I boutght 3 btls without tasting after bottling. Had it out of bottle at the last Taste of Oakville and was one of my least favorites. I found new homes for all but 1 which I will taste again in about 5 more years.

Thanks, benchland. Based on your comments, I'll have to check it myself.

fvtan,
Please post after you pop one. I'm interested to get a perspective on this wine.

I haven't opened the 01 yet, but I really enjoyed Rudd's 2000 offering. Big ripe fruit and thick texture. I'm sure the 01 will be even better!

have a case, keep those notes coming. One day I will open one.

Poured it straight from the bottle without decanting. The color was deep garnet with purple highlights. The aroma was earthy with a little whiff of alcohol. Full bodied with chocolate and currant flavors. Well balanced with tannins already integrating. The finish lasted about 30 seconds. I had the 2002 Neal Family Cab and the 2001 Lewelling Cab last week and this reminded me more of the Lewelling, although this is more full-bodied. 94 points.

Benchland, since you felt this was too ripe for your taste, what are some telltale characteristics of over-ripeness?

Very pleasing experience on Saturday night.

96

Still waiting on opening any of mine. I do get tempted often, and I am weakening.

I had one a few years ago at a friends tasting and I thought it needed a little more time to integrate.