Antica (Antinori)

Townsend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.294 ratings
9.127 pro ratings
Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Barry Wiss, CWE, CSS

Great single vineyard from antinori' napa vineyard. Atlas peak Ava. Drinking great now or will even be better in a few years

Great single vineyard from antinori' napa vineyard. Atlas peak Ava. Drinking great now or will even be better in a few years

1 person found it helpfulDec 28th, 2014
Ron R
9.4

Drum tight. Just how we like em.
Thank you
@Martin G Rivard

Drum tight. Just how we like em.
Thank you
@Martin G Rivard

Jun 4th, 2017
Will Burkholder

Owner Fine Wine Dump

8.9

Expected more fruit. A bit short on finish. 2009 blew away tasting side by side.

Expected more fruit. A bit short on finish. 2009 blew away tasting side by side.

Apr 13th, 2017
Will Burkholder

Owner Fine Wine Dump

9.2

Briary reds & blacks. Finish a touch short....but all in all - solid juice. Tasted along side 2008. 2009 smoked it.

Briary reds & blacks. Finish a touch short....but all in all - solid juice. Tasted along side 2008. 2009 smoked it.

Apr 13th, 2017
Kevin Ortzman

Fig, blackberry and woody notes. I was very impressed with this vintage - exceeded my expectations.

Fig, blackberry and woody notes. I was very impressed with this vintage - exceeded my expectations.

Feb 24th, 2017
Ron R
9.4

This is a model of restraint. The nose is delicate, offering plums, blackberries, spices, and the lightest hint of tobacco.
The palette is subtle and plush. Tannins are still somewhat ripe. Texture is silky. Finishes lifted with warm spice and sweet oak. This is a classic. If fruit-bombs aren't your style, take a look at this example. Absolutely stunning.
@Martin G Rivard - thank you my brother. This is sheer brilliance (as you remarked). Wifey and I are aligned with our rating.

This is a model of restraint. The nose is delicate, offering plums, blackberries, spices, and the lightest hint of tobacco.
The palette is subtle and plush. Tannins are still somewhat ripe. Texture is silky. Finishes lifted with warm spice and sweet oak. This is a classic. If fruit-bombs aren't your style, take a look at this example. Absolutely stunning.
@Martin G Rivard - thank you my brother. This is sheer brilliance (as you remarked). Wifey and I are aligned with our rating.

Dec 27th, 2016
Rebecca Fletcher

Very aromatic with red fruit-cherry and ripe strawberry. Plum. Eucalyptus, cinnamon,nutmeg, anise. Perfume and violet. M+ acid, body and tannin. Fruit forward and rich but lean on the palate. Long finish. Excellent!

Very aromatic with red fruit-cherry and ripe strawberry. Plum. Eucalyptus, cinnamon,nutmeg, anise. Perfume and violet. M+ acid, body and tannin. Fruit forward and rich but lean on the palate. Long finish. Excellent!

Aug 19th, 2016
Martin G Rivard

Always a fan of Townsend!

Always a fan of Townsend!

May 23rd, 2016
Tracy Hall

Dusty, blueberry, boysenberry pie. Same flavors in the mouth with tannins increasing with air

Dusty, blueberry, boysenberry pie. Same flavors in the mouth with tannins increasing with air

Mar 19th, 2016
Greg Gregory

BYOB. This wine over delivers for the price point.

BYOB. This wine over delivers for the price point.

Feb 22nd, 2016