Mature nose and palette. Understandably showing its years. Still has a good fruit profile. Fruits have faded, leaving leather and spices. Black tea notes also present. Tannins and acidity still solid. Drink em up.
Mature nose and palette. Understandably showing its years. Still has a good fruit profile. Fruits have faded, leaving leather and spices. Black tea notes also present. Tannins and acidity still solid. Drink em up.
Apr 30th, 2017
I have had a number of this vintage during the years and it always shows well. SS from 1976 to 1995 are great wines Later still good but too much on the ripe side for me.
I have had a number of this vintage during the years and it always shows well. SS from 1976 to 1995 are great wines Later still good but too much on the ripe side for me.
Apr 25th, 2014
Inspired by @Eric 94 Dalla Valle tonight.
Decanted for sediment (some fine/cloudy sediment). A sensational tawny ruby red color. On the nose: Very aromatic nose of black cherry, currants, barnyard, earth, leather, and smoked meat. Taste: Damn, must have added some water from the fountain of youth. A smooth, still bright, juicy medium body wine with black currants, leather, hint of red berries, musky earth, and a minty espresso medium finish. Nice classic aged Cali cab!
Inspired by @Eric 94 Dalla Valle tonight.
Decanted for sediment (some fine/cloudy sediment). A sensational tawny ruby red color. On the nose: Very aromatic nose of black cherry, currants, barnyard, earth, leather, and smoked meat. Taste: Damn, must have added some water from the fountain of youth. A smooth, still bright, juicy medium body wine with black currants, leather, hint of red berries, musky earth, and a minty espresso medium finish. Nice classic aged Cali cab!
Jan 31st, 2022
Beautiful example of an older Cali Cab. Fully mature & holding up well. Very elegant, floral with good spice.
Beautiful example of an older Cali Cab. Fully mature & holding up well. Very elegant, floral with good spice.
Jun 28th, 2017
Napa Valley, California, USA
