Corinthian
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Blackberry Brambles and eucalyptus groves all up in my nose.
A touch of prune, weighty heft, dark and deep fruits, thinking of the usual cab stuff here - Blackberry, morello cherry, dark raspberry, a solid wine. Big, bold, lovely eucalyptus is part of the finish. After 11 years, this wine has settled in.
Blackberry Brambles and eucalyptus groves all up in my nose.
A touch of prune, weighty heft, dark and deep fruits, thinking of the usual cab stuff here - Blackberry, morello cherry, dark raspberry, a solid wine. Big, bold, lovely eucalyptus is part of the finish. After 11 years, this wine has settled in.
This is a big, extracted wine, but not flabby. Think male ballerina. Dark fruits, bright acidity. @garagiste purchase
This is a big, extracted wine, but not flabby. Think male ballerina. Dark fruits, bright acidity. @garagiste purchase
1 person found it helpfulNov 9th, 2019There is an intriguing story behind this label—Angela winery is owned by South African couple Antony and Angela Beck, who also happen to own Graham Beck. The couple reside in Kentucky where they focus on thoroughbred horses. Corinthian is named after one of their champions and this luscious Rutherford Cab was vinified at Opus One. No surprise that it is pure hedonism in the glass. Glossy plums, black currants and graphite notes meld into a wine framed by ripe, silky tannins and liberally dusted in mocha, espresso powder and plump blue fruit. 15.5% ABV
There is an intriguing story behind this label—Angela winery is owned by South African couple Antony and Angela Beck, who also happen to own Graham Beck. The couple reside in Kentucky where they focus on thoroughbred horses. Corinthian is named after one of their champions and this luscious Rutherford Cab was vinified at Opus One. No surprise that it is pure hedonism in the glass. Glossy plums, black currants and graphite notes meld into a wine framed by ripe, silky tannins and liberally dusted in mocha, espresso powder and plump blue fruit. 15.5% ABV
Oct 13th, 2015Big brambly black and blue fruits with tobacco and eucalyptus. Almost reminds me of a Mollydooker wine especially with the 15.3 abv.
Big brambly black and blue fruits with tobacco and eucalyptus. Almost reminds me of a Mollydooker wine especially with the 15.3 abv.
Nov 28th, 2020
So this is part of the garagiste mystery Rutherford. This is insanely superior to the afleet Alex. I would have pegged this as Rutherford dust, cigar box, tons of dried fruits, sweet maraschino cherries, vanilla, tar, basically classic Napa ala chimney rock or whomever in that region. Lovely as a change of pace.
So this is part of the garagiste mystery Rutherford. This is insanely superior to the afleet Alex. I would have pegged this as Rutherford dust, cigar box, tons of dried fruits, sweet maraschino cherries, vanilla, tar, basically classic Napa ala chimney rock or whomever in that region. Lovely as a change of pace.
May 3rd, 2020Black fruit, green pepper, Italian herbs, and cigar box. Pnp, Needs more time or a decant. High abv at 15.3%
Black fruit, green pepper, Italian herbs, and cigar box. Pnp, Needs more time or a decant. High abv at 15.3%
Feb 15th, 2020
Garagiste mystery meat. Under $20 for something that apparently retailed for above $50. At this price with 10 years of age, great “find”!
Garagiste mystery meat. Under $20 for something that apparently retailed for above $50. At this price with 10 years of age, great “find”!
Dec 9th, 2019
Wow! Totally different from the 2009! Massive fruit/jam! Last vintage! Can only purchase at Angela Estate tasting room in Dundee, OR!
Wow! Totally different from the 2009! Massive fruit/jam! Last vintage! Can only purchase at Angela Estate tasting room in Dundee, OR!
Jun 3rd, 2014Amarone nose! Big! Last of its kind! Only available at Angela Estate tasting room in Dundee, OR.
Amarone nose! Big! Last of its kind! Only available at Angela Estate tasting room in Dundee, OR.
Jun 3rd, 2014