91 PTS ROBERT PARKER, JR. The '05 Ch Montelena Estate Cabernet displays a lovely perfume of fresh herbs, loamy soil, black cherries, and black currants; spicy and very Bordeaux-like.
Cabernet Sauvignon offers bold structure to balance the strong blackening spices.
Buttered toast
Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with rich, savory, and buttery dishes.
Spicy Spanish sausage
Cabernet Sauvignon’s robust tannins and dark fruit flavors stand up to chorizo’s fat and spice.
Grilled beef patty sandwich
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich beef flavors of a hamburger.
Tender beef steak
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, tender filet mignon.
Custom burrito
Cabernet Sauvignon's boldness stands up to spicy, rich burrito fillings.