Young. I’ve said it many times; Hatton Daniels wines are made to age and this Cabernet is at the far end of the hold spectrum. While I loved drinking this there is so much potential that is overtaken by the density and freshness packed into this. 20-30-40 years just forget about this bottle. While it is great and definitely not hard by any means this will only become glorious over time. — 6 years ago
By far my favorite HD bottle to date!! — 8 years ago
It's alive! — 9 years ago

Another great wine with age in the pocket. Glad we caught it there. Lacked a lil of the magic you are looking for in red burg. But would def drink again. Thx Eothen — 3 years ago
Krug is always most welcome, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This is edition 169. A bit more yeasty and slightly less acidic than previous versions, to my taste. But if you like the Krug style - which we do very much - it hits the spot per usual.
My wife used to work with Fritz Hatton, proprietor of Arietta wines and auctioneer for Zachys. Fritz always says to have a half bottle of champagne waiting in the fridge in case you need a “midnight snack”, and I have to agree with him! — 5 years ago
Meredith's — 8 years ago
So. Damn. Good. Best rosé in California. — 9 years ago
Had this at Phil Daniels event — 9 years ago
09' Lail J Daniels Cuvée. Full-bodied. Decanted this for one hour +. Should've been decanted longer! I get a little blueberry, primarily dominated by black fruits. Moderate plus acidity. A good long finish. I think this wine is still a little tight(front palate). It will taste even better with a longer decanting/time. I'm think at least 10 years in it. Edit- Mint chocolate. — 10 years ago


So nice. With Daniels clan — 4 years ago
Enjoying this Merlot 2010 vintage on 1/31/22. Deep color, very smooth fruit forward. — 4 years ago
Who knew? A fantastic blend with notes of blackberries, cocoa and heavy baking spices. The flavors are highlighted by the Smokey whiskey flavors from 18 months in the barrel with the last 6 in a jack Daniels Tennessee sour mash barrel. Totally unique and surprisingly splendid. — 9 years ago
So my black face surprised David L tonight. Couldn't let him come to NY without pressing the flesh. Anyway, we took a picture with the Arietta owner Fritz Hatton. A brilliant evening (organized by Daniel Posner: Grapes) on many levels - At Restaurant North, NY. — 9 years ago


Had this at Phil Daniels wine event — 9 years ago
JKT
Again marveling at this unusual creature of dark purple juice with dark floral yet fresh notes with a light but grippy palate that has grapey hints and a long intriguing finish. Great with Vietnamese and 9.98% ABV 49 cases made! — 8 months ago