Cabernet Sauvignon ARMADOR - 2018 - Odfjell Vineyards
Alcoholic content: 14.00 %
yr. 2020 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
90 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2020 on 01.01.2022 with 90 of 100 points.
"Consistente con la línea Armador de vinos maduros, jugosos y suculentos, frutales y amables, este cabernet sauvignon es como morder una ciruela madura; los taninos redondos, la sensación de madurez amplia y envolvente. Este sería un éxito en el asado con amigos."
yr. 2018 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2018 on 01.12.2021 with 89 of 100 points.
"Earthy berry and plum aromas come with notes of black olive, leather and herbs, making this organic Cabernet Sauvignon as Chilean as they come. A balanced palate ranks as firm and solid. Flavors of spiced black fruits, peppercorn and herbs finish steady, with a touch of scratchiness. This unoaked wine amounts to a pure expression of Maipo Valley Cab. Drink through 2025. Michael Schachner"
yr. 2018 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
92 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2021 with 92 of 100 points.
"Una pura expresión de cabernet sauvignon, este viene de viñedos biodinámicos plantados hacia fines de los años noventa en la zona de Padre Hurtado, en el Maipo. Aquí no hay interferencia de la madera; el vino se fermenta en acero, con levaduras nativas, y luego se va a la botella, conservando toda la fruta de la variedad. Un vino simple, pero que a la vez muestra a un cabernet desnudo, lleno de fruta y vigor."
yr. 2016 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
91 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2016 on 01.01.2021 with 91 of 100 points.
"De parras plantadas alrededor de 1995 (de las primeras en la propiedad) y sin nada de madera, solo acero en su vinificación, esta es una clara expresión de cabernet del Maipo, tremendamente herbal, refrescante, vivo. Cada vez hay más ejemplos de estos cabernet puros, de muy buena uva, pero sin interferencias. ¡Bienvenidos!"
yr. 2019 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
91 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2021 with 91 of 100 points.
"Este cabernet sauvignon viene de viñedos orgánicos y biodinámicos plantados en la zona de Padre Hurtado, en el Valle del Maipo. Sin crianza en barricas, y producido desde 1999, este es un cabernet delicioso en su expresión frutal. Es una clara muestra de la variedad, en su lado maduro y untuoso. Especias y frutas rojas maduras, en un cuerpo cremoso y suculento."
yr. 2017 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
90 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2017 on 01.01.2021 with 90 of 100 points.
"Una de las mejores relaciones precio-calidad en cabernet en el Maipo, este viene de parras de 20 años. Sin paso por madera, ofrece fruta deliciosa, madura y untuosa, con muy buena relación entre la acidez y la textura. La primera, muy fresca, y la segunda muy suave. Uno para ser rey en el asado."
yr. 2017 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2017 on 01.09.2020 with 88 of 100 points.
"Brambly cherry and cassis aromas are gritty and aggressive, while this hot-year organic-grape Cabernet feels tight, choppy and edgy. Soy, olive, plum-fruit and dry oak flavors feed into a hard finish, with a slight green aftertaste. Michael Schachner"
yr. 2016 Wine Enthusiast:
83 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2016 on 01.01.2018 with 83 of 100 points.
"This wine's rubber and compost aromas don't convey a lot of freshness or charm. In the mouth, it's heavy and grippy, with herbal, meaty berry flavors and burnt notes that appear on the finish. Michael Schachner"
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2014 on 01.01.2016 with 87 of 100 points.
"Initially this smells like iodine and inner tube, but with time it freshens up. Plump, dense and chewy on the palate, this Cabernet tastes a touch stewed, with prune, blackberry and peppery flavors. A dense finish is chunky and chewy but awkward."
yr. 2013 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2016 with 87 of 100 points.
"Herbal and savory smelling up front, this cool-vintage Cabernet also shows plum, berry and mild green aromas. A tight, tannic palate offers flavors of herbal plum and cherry, while the finish is choppy, drawing and tannic, with herbal leftovers."
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2015 with 87 of 100 points.
"Leafy, green, minty aromas blend with riper notes of cassis and a touch of clove on this medium-bodied Cabernet. Flavors of herbal berry and oak spice finish a little hot and raw, with herb and cinnamon notes that linger."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
84 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2011 with 84 of 100 points.
"Pinched and sharp, with brambly aromas. Full feeling, with driving berry fruit flavors but strong medicinality. Stays that way on the finish, which blasts with heat, mint and burn. Have seen a drop-off in quality over the past couple of vintages."
yr. 2009 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2009 on 01.01.2011 with 85 of 100 points.
"A bit sharp and rubbery at first, with herbal, floral, berry aromas rising up in due time. The palate is a little rigid, with angular acidity and semitart raspberry and red currant flavors. Lightly toasted on the finish even if there's not much oak on this regular, competent CS."
yr. 2008 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2008 on 01.01.2010 with 88 of 100 points.
"A pure and proper Cabernet with aromas of balsam wood, toast, berry and cassis. There's some power and kick on the palate, but the overall feel is good. So are the flavors of cassis, raspberry and plum. Spicy on the finish, with a bit of piquant heat."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2009 with 90 of 100 points.
"A top-notch value Cabernet with no flaws. The fruit on the nose is pretty and stylish but doesn't force the issue, while the palate is juicy and fresh with flavors of cola, cassis and wild berry. Not a complicated wine, but one that pushes all the right buttons. Ripe and friendly to the last drop. A lot of wine for the money."
yr. 2006 Wine Enthusiast:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2006 on 01.01.2008 with 86 of 100 points.
"At first the raspberry and plum aromas are stunted and the palate seems round but basic. More airing reveals raspberry, cassis and strawberry flavors. In the end it winds up as a friendly, medium-intensity Cabernet that's good for immediate consumption."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2007 with 85 of 100 points.
"Slightly granular and brambly on the nose, which never really opens up. The palate is round, sweet, a bit medicinal and healthy due to snappy acidity, firm tannins and decent overall structure. Truthfully, it's a straight-down-the-middle wine from a producer that always does this well or better."
yr. 2004 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2004 on 01.01.2006 with 87 of 100 points.
"Here's a nice and dark Cab with black licorice, clove, pepper and blackberry aromas. The palate is ripe and sweet, with roundness and serious depth. Finishes with chocolate and mint as well as some lushness."
yr. 2003 Wine Enthusiast:
85 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2003 on 01.01.2005 with 85 of 100 points.
"Earth, leather and bell-pepper aromas tangle with some fresher cherry and berry notes. Juicy and full in the mouth, with a red-fruit core followed by chocolate and mint on the finish. Good texture, but overall it's a touch green and medicinal. Imported by Select Fine Wine."
yr. 2002 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2002 on 01.01.2004 with 88 of 100 points.
"Fairly potent, with notes of red berry, leather and Tootsie Roll carrying the nose. In the mouth, flavors of raspberry, red licorice and red pepper flake create an intriguing whole, while on the finish there's a smooth carryover from the palate. Quite tasty and easy to drink."
yr. 2019 Tim Atkin:
90 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2019 on 01.01.2021 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Tim Atkin:
90 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2020 with 90 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Decanter World Wine Awards:
85 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "Odfjell Armador Cabernet Sauvignon" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2020 with 85 of 100 points.
