It’s been a long time since I’ve had an OG, Bill Sorenson made Burgess Cabernet. I’ve always appreciated their classic California sensibility. This double-magnum of the 1998 vintage was generously provided by a buddy to accompany our lunch of Morgan Ranch Wagyu burgers. Initially a bit musty and for a second, I thought it might be slightly corked. However, the bouquet freshened up after about 30min of air the palate was ripe and delicious, no signs of TCA taint at all. Dark berries, black plum, dark cherry, tobacco, leather and loads of damp earth. The structure is still there however the tannins have completely integrated. This was a lovely showing for a wine in the twilight of its life.
It’s been a long time since I’ve had an OG, Bill Sorenson made Burgess Cabernet. I’ve always appreciated their classic California sensibility. This double-magnum of the 1998 vintage was generously provided by a buddy to accompany our lunch of Morgan Ranch Wagyu burgers. Initially a bit musty and for a second, I thought it might be slightly corked. However, the bouquet freshened up after about 30min of air the palate was ripe and delicious, no signs of TCA taint at all. Dark berries, black plum, dark cherry, tobacco, leather and loads of damp earth. The structure is still there however the tannins have completely integrated. This was a lovely showing for a wine in the twilight of its life.
Dec 24th, 2022
Out of 3L. Good time to open. Cranberry, mineral, great acidity.
Out of 3L. Good time to open. Cranberry, mineral, great acidity.
Nov 11th, 2022
20 years young. Dried casis, sage, black pepper. Quite good!
20 years young. Dried casis, sage, black pepper. Quite good!
Jan 23rd, 2022
Our monthly 4th Friday event at the storage facility. No requirements, just wine you want to share with others! Always an enjoyable time.
A highlight of the day from Mark! Just below Howell Mountain, I've had a few Burgess wines that are killer. This '01 is drinking in its prime window. Leather, earth and fruit are all dominant. Mainly black and red fruits with a last breath from blue fruits. Drink up!
Our monthly 4th Friday event at the storage facility. No requirements, just wine you want to share with others! Always an enjoyable time.
A highlight of the day from Mark! Just below Howell Mountain, I've had a few Burgess wines that are killer. This '01 is drinking in its prime window. Leather, earth and fruit are all dominant. Mainly black and red fruits with a last breath from blue fruits. Drink up!
Sep 23rd, 2017
Napa Valley, California, USA
