2013 Forgeron Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Happy Tuesday!  It's been a weird few days of weather around here, where it's been super hot and humid, but then randomly in the afternoon we have a thunderstorm, despite zero forecasts for any rain!  So, at least I still have wine, and tonight it's a bottle that's been in the cellar for a few years, the 2013 Forgeron Cellars Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.  So let's see how this wine has shaped up over the past few years!

The wine is a deep inky black at the center with bright ruby along the edges.  The nose presents aromas of leather, blackberry, cherry and a hint of floral notes.  The taste is a rush of black cherry fruit up front that transitions to come notes of cocoa powder, and a bit of tarragon at the back end.  The tannins are soft, with making for a wonderfully long, dry finish that lingers on the palate.

Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 8.5, as it's a pleasant and easy drinking everyday Cabernet.  This wine would pair well with a variety of dishes, from prime steaks and chops, to barbecue and pasta.  Since I made so much food for the fourth of July long weekend, so tonight I am enjoying this wine with random leftovers.  Cheers!