Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA
Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon 2014:
This wine is dark and deep, and smells that way. Blackberry, black cherry and plum dominate the nose, unusual for Napa Cabs. There's only a hint of wood influence, with barely noticeable traces of cedar and spice, almost no graphite. On the palate, it's a smooth ride with gently firm tannins, if that makes any sense. The flavors are as fruity as the nose, but it’s as dark as well. The wine finishes long and leaves dark fruit as a calling card.
Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon 2014:
This wine is dark and deep, and smells that way. Blackberry, black cherry and plum dominate the nose, unusual for Napa Cabs. There's only a hint of wood influence, with barely noticeable traces of cedar and spice, almost no graphite. On the palate, it's a smooth ride with gently firm tannins, if that makes any sense. The flavors are as fruity as the nose, but it’s as dark as well. The wine finishes long and leaves dark fruit as a calling card.
Deep ruby color, almost black; blackberries, cassis, and graphite on the nose; medium plus acidity; high tannins; tastes like black currants, black plums, and wet slate with a long finish. Nellie didn't like it.
Deep ruby color, almost black; blackberries, cassis, and graphite on the nose; medium plus acidity; high tannins; tastes like black currants, black plums, and wet slate with a long finish. Nellie didn't like it.
Mar 29th, 2025Smelled amazing, classic napa cab. Once it opened, the wine became pretty tannic. Was good, but a little too dry for my liking and the price.
Smelled amazing, classic napa cab. Once it opened, the wine became pretty tannic. Was good, but a little too dry for my liking and the price.
Oct 22nd, 2019