Lots of sun drenched orchard fruit on the nose, confirmed on the palate. Ripe pear and apple, some baking spices but not overpowering. Medium plus finish. I think the balance of the fruit and acidity is off; 14.1 percent abv; if it was 13-13.5 with a slightly less ripe fruit profile and more acid it would be better. — 3 months ago
Luisv patas ray y mazf — 5 months ago
Still a bit young. Definitely got more in the tank for the future. Good drinking now with ribs. — 3 months ago
Mildly fruity aroma, inky black and nearly opaque, dark blackberry and blueberry with mild tannins. Delicious. — 5 months ago
Brought out of the cellar. From a trip to Napa in 2011? Cherry and tobacco on the front. Hints of mint as it lingers. Still a full tannic finish after 16 years. Another bottle in the cellar to try in a few years more. Paired with locally sourced braised beef short ribs. — 6 months ago
Max Gottesfeld, FWS, CSW
It’s like almost every Napa chard from a high end producer. It’s good but not amazing. It reminds me of a warm hug. — 21 days ago