Dana Estates

Helms Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.4159 ratings
9.348 pro ratings
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
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9.5

The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Helms Vineyard is bright, aromatic and savory. Lovely energy drives the red berry, pine, cinnamon, spicecake orange peel, mint and rose petal flavors. At times, the aromatics recall Nebbiolo. This mid-weight, lithe Cabernet has aged impeccably. I would prefer to drink it over the next handful of years. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2022)

The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Helms Vineyard is bright, aromatic and savory. Lovely energy drives the red berry, pine, cinnamon, spicecake orange peel, mint and rose petal flavors. At times, the aromatics recall Nebbiolo. This mid-weight, lithe Cabernet has aged impeccably. I would prefer to drink it over the next handful of years. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2022)

May 20th, 2022
jesus g

Hospitality Schramsberg Vineyards

9.7

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Jan 25th, 2022
David L

Needs 5-10 years.

Needs 5-10 years.

Jun 12th, 2021
Gregory Fulchiero

Ripe plum, blackberry, mint and spice with silky tannins. New find for me, gift from a guest at a Chefs Table wine dinner.

Ripe plum, blackberry, mint and spice with silky tannins. New find for me, gift from a guest at a Chefs Table wine dinner.

Jul 11th, 2019
Greg Gregory

Just beginning to show its depth. Excellent.

Just beginning to show its depth. Excellent.

Apr 3rd, 2019
Mike R
9.5

Omg and smiles were hurting

Omg and smiles were hurting

Apr 26th, 2018
Roy Goble

Tasted like we opened this at a peak time

Tasted like we opened this at a peak time

Jan 15th, 2018
David L

05' Dana Estate Helms Vineyards Cabernet. I've had this several times. Previous note still apply. Don't see this getting any better. Drink them in the next 4/5 years . at - Sarento's On The Beach, Maui

05' Dana Estate Helms Vineyards Cabernet. I've had this several times. Previous note still apply. Don't see this getting any better. Drink them in the next 4/5 years . at - Sarento's On The Beach, Maui

Aug 19th, 2017
Jason Heller

Master Sommelier

9.4

I never rate our own wines unlike many others on the app. Not into the askew ratings that provides. I accidentally hit the rating scale and since you're committed at that point I had to rate it something. At least I didn't go for the 10 like so many other wine industry folk.

I never rate our own wines unlike many others on the app. Not into the askew ratings that provides. I accidentally hit the rating scale and since you're committed at that point I had to rate it something. At least I didn't go for the 10 like so many other wine industry folk.

1 person found it helpfulDec 12th, 2015
Brittany Hastings

Floral fruit juice.

Floral fruit juice.

1 person found it helpfulNov 6th, 2014