Berries and cedar in the nose. Raspberries, anise and herbs in the palate. Long finish, high tannins, so decanting softens it. Excellent with a Cabernet-cracker pepper finished filet. Kudos to John Cain at Annie Gunn’s for recommending the wine — 2 years ago
Blend of 2004 & 2005 vintages. Missed the peak by a year maybe but still drinking quite nicely. — 2 years ago
Last bottle of a case I bought many years ago. One of my favorite blends of Cabernet Sauvignon 69%, Merlot 22%, Cabernet Franc 9%. Open and drink immediately. — 3 years ago
What a great wine at 11 years. Tart cherry, pepper, dried herbs, a bit of raspberry jam, sandalwood. Really nice. — 23 days ago
This was sold as a pop and drink wine but that was not my case. First impression was off. Weak nose and slightly fruit forward dark cherries was my main thought. So punt away and drink another day. Well the wait was all this needed. The nose opened up and the cherries mellowed and other dark berries came out of hiding. Little bit of spice and maybe herbs finish this wine. Time makes the difference in this wine. Decent and enjoy. — 3 years ago
Big aroma of plums and smoke. Pours deep deep inky dark opaque. Initial dryness of serious plums and smokiness with a hint of raspberries. Then a dry dry dry tannic finish. — 2 years ago
Cain still doesn’t disappoint. Classic Napa not new Napa. Structure, élégance and, delicate. Not over the top, not too bold, not too much residual sugar. I so wish more wineries would revert to this style. — 2 years ago
Chris Spencer
Love this wine. Pairs easily with most foods. Great flavor, fruit, nose. Paired with filet and grilled vegetables. — a month ago