Gandona - Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (1.5L) Garganega 90Decanter A surprising nose of

90Decanter A surprising nose of cocoa and mocha waft from the glass

The vineyard was originally planted in 1858 by San Franciscan Dr

Those notes spread over the palate with fresh

gentle sea breezes help to moderate the warm temperatures

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Gandona - Encosta Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (1.5L) Garganega 90Decanter A surprising nose ofGandona's 2014 Encosta is a gorgeous second wine. Bright, aromatic and intense, the Encosta possesses striking purity in its flavors. Dark cherry, chocolate, mocha and licorice infuse the super expressive finish. Dark red cherry, plum, mocha and espresso. The Encosta clearly offers the pedigree of many top labels, but perhaps just not the depth. This is an impressive showing.