Silver Palm, Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
By Tim on Dec 2, 2007 in Cabernet Sauvignon, Recommendations, Tasting Notes
There are two trends that I hope will develop steam in 2008: the rise of the blend in American wine and restaurant wine at reasonable prices both in bottle and by the glass. This wine touches both of these trends with Cabernet Sauvignon making up 82% of the blend joined by 10% Merlot, 5% Syrah and 3% Petite Sirah. It’s also targeted exclusively at restaurants in the U.S. with a suggested retail price of $30 a bottle and $10 per glass.
Winemaker Melissa Bates has created a rich and balanced wine ready for enjoyment now and, unlike many California red wines these days, not overpowering to food. Another interesting differentiator is the great design of the bottle graphics making this an impressive choice on the table. I hope to see more wines targeted at restaurants that are a cut above most choices in this price range.
Silver Palm, Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast 2005 ($30/sample) - Very dark purple in color with aromas of black currant, fennel and cedar. Spicy black cherry and currant flavors with fresh bell pepper, cracked black pepper and some vanilla on the finish. Seems more like a Chilean Merlot or Carmenère than a Cali Cab but still very nicely done.
13.9% ABV
Natural cork closure
Score: 87
Rating: 
I need to find this wine! Anybody know where I can get it?
I found a bottle at The Wineyard, in thousand oaks, California.
http://www.wineyardinc.com
I thought it was a great cab, especially for the money. Nice rich color and cherry flavor, soft on the tongue. I will be buying more tonight if they still have some in stock. Hope you find some to enjoy.
You can get this at Colonial Beverage In Cleveland, Ohio. They Ship.
I won a 3 liter bottle of this ‘05 cab last night during a SuperBowl raffle..but I don’t drink…sitting in the box for now….
Can I get this in Japan too?
Anybody know?
Because I can not foreget tasted at the Hotel in the states this January……
You can purchase Silver Palm at a very cool wine shop & wine bar in Uptown Whittier, California (in Los Angeles County):
VINATERO WINE SHOP
6531 Greenleaf Ave.
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 464 - WINE
http://www.VinateroWineShop.com
Thanks for all the comments about availability but the producers’ notes sent with the sample said the wine was only available in U.S. restaurants. Seems there are also some retailers who also stock this wine from Bruce, Bob and Lisa’s comments.
Shu, I’m going to Japan in April maybe I can help you.
Karen
i would like to find this wine! anybody know where could i get this wine.
I saw this wine on the shelf at Vintage Wine Merchants in San Jose for $19.99.
I saw it for the same price at the Macy’s store on Union Square in San Francisco. I guess they are also now targeting wine stores with the brand.
Thanks for your sighting report, Walt.
Any place I could buy this wine in Connecticut. I had it at the Mayflower and thought it was great
I have this wine in my WineStyles store in Southlake TX.
Found this wine at Greg Norman’s restaurant in Myrtle Beach and they were closing it out. Bartender sold 4 bottles at $12.99/bottle. Bargain!
Suggestions on where to buy this wine in the Chicagoland area? I had a bottle of it at “The Salt House” in San francisco and have been wanting it ever since but can’t seem to find it in the stores.
I would like to puchase for my restaurant our customers loved it!
who can I purchased it from VENDOR PLZ HELp!