Sauvignon De Seguin

Heitz Cellar

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

David T
9.4

I compare the Heitz Napa to the Joseph Phelps Napa in many ways. I believe the Phelps is slightly less vintage dependent than Heitz. But, this 07 like the vintage in Napa, sensational.

This 2007 is peaking. Perfectly ripe & juicy; brambly blackberries, creamy black raspberries, black plum, dark cherries/kirsch, blueberries come on late and poached strawberries on the edges. The tannins are still dark and tarry. Rich, sweet, dark soils, mid & dark berry cola, anise, steeped black tea, dry tobacco, used leather, cedar/sandalwood, clove, nutmeg, some cinnamon & vanillin, moist, grey volcanic clay, dry crushed rocks, limestone, mid spice, hints of grilled meat, some fresh/dry herds, a tad of eucalyptus, stewy/tumble weed, fresh & withering dark, red, blue florals framed in violets, excellent round acidity, the scope of the finishes encompasses; balance for days, nice structure & tensioned, elegant, polished and lasts two minutes.

Photos all taken around their tasting room on Hwy 29 when their tasting was still the last free tasting in Napa. Still not over the family selling to a corporation that has no wine experience.
— 17 days ago

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Chateau Montelena

The Montelena Estate Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon 1997

Love an old school cab, with all the boldness and none of the jam — 18 days ago

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Ron R

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An old fave of ours. Surprised it didn’t merit a higher score from you.
Christine T

Christine T

It was good but I wanted more finish, it fell a bit short in the level of tannins and long finish that other napa cabs I typically adore have.

Caymus Vineyards

Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1980

Nice clear bro fruit at the front. Plum and black cherry with a hint of pepper and an inky poise. Very good. — 22 days ago

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Corison

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

10yrs from vintage date and Cathy’s favorite spot. I wouldn’t disagree. More aromatic now but fruit still deep with velvety tannins. Kronos up next! — 5 days ago

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Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Best best with steak ! Had it at Prime in Ventura CA — 14 days ago

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Opus One

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2005

What a treat to enjoy a perfectly aged Opus One with friends over dinner. The wine was gorgeous, great color, classic nose with black fruit and spice, lovely weight and texture with a long satisfying finish. I wish more people had a chance to taste this wine when it is at this age, outstanding! — 10 days ago

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Beringer Vineyards

Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

2017 vintage. 3.18.24. — 9 days ago

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Ron R

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JJB?
Ron R

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And where are your notes, man???
Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

@Ron R It was very very close to a 9.4. Medium body. Excellent focus and concentration. Personally wanted more grip but that's the mountain fruit guy talking. About as nice as it gets under a C-note for Napa cab these daze without the extracted, in your face, reformed fruit bomb style making an appearance.

Beaulieu Vineyard

Private Reserve Georges de Latour Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1978

1978 vintage. Okay fill with trashy cork. Decanted and tasted after two hours. Medium body. Fantastic, fresh mint powerhouse with plenty of backup fruit and one helluva tannic rhythm section. This was swinging. If the provenance is/was good, no rush to crush. Absolutely dynamite. 3.5.24. — 23 days ago

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Norman Gennaro

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Wowza is right!

Austin Hope

Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Now this is a great Cab. Yummy. Full flavored. Leaves you wanting more. — 18 days ago

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Château d'Yquem

Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2005

What a special treat!!! So enthralled by the moment that I forgot to take a photo with the dessert last night. 😜 This wine was stunning! Layered, complex, balanced. Pronounced and concentrated notes of dried apricot, peach preserves, marmalade, orange zest, Meyer lemon peel, citrus blossom, gardenia, cinnamon, cardamom, saffron, lavender honey, and beeswax. It coated the palate with a lasting finish. Again, such an absolute treat!! — 18 days ago

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James K

James K

So awesome! MN’s wine A-team.
Paul K

Paul K

@James K looking forward to getting us all together!
9.8
Vanessa

Vanessa

@James K @Paul K We would love that! 🥂🥂