Amizetta Vineyards
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley, California, USA
Big big cherry berry cabbiness. Chewy astringent mouthfeel that leaves you thirsting for more.
Big big cherry berry cabbiness. Chewy astringent mouthfeel that leaves you thirsting for more.
Mar 17th, 2018
The Amizetta property is a steep and rocky 40 acre parcel with southern facing slopes at an elevation of 1,000’ situated between Pritchard Hill and Howell Mountain in the Conn Valley region of Napa Valley. The vineyards are farmed by Jim Barbour. Edward Clark is the winemaker, with Chuck Wagner and Rick Forman consulting. After seeing the aerial view of the vineyard I had to taste this... the terracing is impressive. It needs needs about 30-45 minutes to open up and fully show off its lush and opulent style, which features crème de cassis, currant, blackberry, mocha, vanilla, and charcoal, with some faint herbaceousness. If this doesn’t already scream crowd-pleaser, then the round and silky mouthfeel will certainly seal the deal.
The Amizetta property is a steep and rocky 40 acre parcel with southern facing slopes at an elevation of 1,000’ situated between Pritchard Hill and Howell Mountain in the Conn Valley region of Napa Valley. The vineyards are farmed by Jim Barbour. Edward Clark is the winemaker, with Chuck Wagner and Rick Forman consulting. After seeing the aerial view of the vineyard I had to taste this... the terracing is impressive. It needs needs about 30-45 minutes to open up and fully show off its lush and opulent style, which features crème de cassis, currant, blackberry, mocha, vanilla, and charcoal, with some faint herbaceousness. If this doesn’t already scream crowd-pleaser, then the round and silky mouthfeel will certainly seal the deal.
Dec 11th, 2017
2015, just released. Surprisingly approachable, and in its youth a bit one demonsional which may or may not open up with time. I like a little more earth on my Howell Cabs
2015, just released. Surprisingly approachable, and in its youth a bit one demonsional which may or may not open up with time. I like a little more earth on my Howell Cabs
1 person found it helpfulMar 18th, 2018
Probably would've been better in 8-10 years but just had to open it soon to get a lesson about a young wine. Fabulous complexity....layered well and similar to the French style in the fact that it has more earth and mineral notes to it. Vanilla creaminess and heavy bodied. $75 value but for that price, I've had way better. Proof that cost means jack squat unless you're a pretentious snob. 😁
Probably would've been better in 8-10 years but just had to open it soon to get a lesson about a young wine. Fabulous complexity....layered well and similar to the French style in the fact that it has more earth and mineral notes to it. Vanilla creaminess and heavy bodied. $75 value but for that price, I've had way better. Proof that cost means jack squat unless you're a pretentious snob. 😁
Apr 6th, 2016The top red wine at this year's event - not my style. Big fruit, 15% alc. Great red fruit flavors -popular style BTW - but I prefer a Cab with a more distinct sense of place. Ripeness is easy!
The top red wine at this year's event - not my style. Big fruit, 15% alc. Great red fruit flavors -popular style BTW - but I prefer a Cab with a more distinct sense of place. Ripeness is easy!
May 17th, 2015
Much better than last bottle, same vintage
Much better than last bottle, same vintage
Oct 29th, 2023Very beautiful and strong fragrance of juicy cherries and spice!
Drinks incredibly smooth and flavorful with bold flavors of cherry, chocolate and spice!
Has a juicy big mouth feel and is delicious!
Very beautiful and strong fragrance of juicy cherries and spice!
Drinks incredibly smooth and flavorful with bold flavors of cherry, chocolate and spice!
Has a juicy big mouth feel and is delicious!
Rich, ripe dark. Black plum, black cherry, currants and tobacco on the nose. Rich fruit continue on the palate with hints of cedar, mint, chocolate, espresso, tobacco, and a hint of anise. A little bit of Forest floor points to the age, but fruit is in great condition, tannins grip, but are smooth and rounded. In a really good place.
Rich, ripe dark. Black plum, black cherry, currants and tobacco on the nose. Rich fruit continue on the palate with hints of cedar, mint, chocolate, espresso, tobacco, and a hint of anise. A little bit of Forest floor points to the age, but fruit is in great condition, tannins grip, but are smooth and rounded. In a really good place.
Dec 2nd, 2021