Poured into a decanter about two hours prior to dinner. There was some decent sediment so I left the last ounce or so in the bottle. In the glass, the 2018 pours a deep ruby with a translucent core; medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, this is absolutely gorgeous with heady notes of fresh ripe blackberries, black cherries, pomegranate molasses, tobacco, black pepper, some dry earth and beautiful integrated baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Beautifully balanced. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and has a satisfying melange of fruit and spice. This is fabulous with some air right now but I expect it will age beautifully through 2038. — a month ago
A amooth high QPR 2018 drinking in 2024. Notes of Cherry and pomegranate woth a hint of vanilla / oak. This will please everyone...it's not super complex but nice with BBQ and roaste veggies — 6 days ago
Pale ruby color with garnet hue on the edges. On the nose more earthy than fruity, a delicate manure. Smooth, more complex than Sebella, elegant with medium body. — 6 days ago
Straight up Cab, aging beautifully with a lot of dark fruits. Smooth as silk start to finish. — 19 days ago
Tart berries with smokiness and a very complementary woody accent. — 10 days ago
Ray Vanderhoff
Medium ruby color with a garnet rim. Aromas of red currants, rose petals and wet soil. Sour red and black cherries on the palate with notes of ripe strawberry, bramble berries, black tea and sweet spices. Bristling acidity and nice tension on the finish. Medium-plus body. — 7 days ago