96 PTS ROBERT PARKER, JR. The '01 Ch Montelena Estate Cabernet exhibits a tremendously pure, but tightly-knit bouquet of creme de cassis, leather, forest floor, minerals, and licorice; great stuff.
Drive-in cheeseburger
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the juicy beef and cheese richness.
Slow cooked duck leg
Cabernet Sauvignon offers structure and dark fruit flavors that match well with duck.
Layered pasta with meat and cheese
Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with rich meat and cheese layers due to its bold structure.
Burger with melted cheese
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich beef and cheese flavors.
Large tortilla wrapped meals
Cabernet Sauvignon's boldness matches the hearty, savory flavors.
Oven roasted duck
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold structure balances the duck's strong flavors.