Helena Ranch

Corison

St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Paul K
9.3

Hello from bitter cold MN. Woke up this morning to -23 degree temps and it was garbage day…. 🥶
Continuing my month of drinking 2016 wines. Almost opened Pape Clement tonight. Thoughts on if that’s too soon anyone? Smash or pass?
This is drinking very well. Has that Corison thing with great tension of fruit and acidity. Mouthwatering.
Cheers all. 🍷 stay warm and safe this weekend.
— 8 days ago

Tom, Juan and 22 others liked this
Paul K

Paul K

@Somm David T I was here in 85 too! I’m with you on winters, but MN summers on the lake!? Can’t beat ‘em! Cheers to a fellow gopher. As always look forward to your reviews and guidance to Champagne visits!!!
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I actually did go to the Gophers bowl game vs New Mexico.
Paul K

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@Somm David T nice would have been a great game to be at!

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That was so good!