Real deal Holyfield...@Eric S thank you Sir for sharing this bottle with me. My first time but not the last. I get this big rush of smoked meats and dried strawberries on the nose with secondary hint of alcohol that blows off. Rich and lush on entry; no sign on tannins, integrated well. Mouth coating flavors yet light and bright. This stud has none of green herbaceous element. Hot charcoal, coulis and currant paste fill the palate. Ends with slight cigar box and dusty road. Wonderful. @Eric S thanks again!
Real deal Holyfield...@Eric S thank you Sir for sharing this bottle with me. My first time but not the last. I get this big rush of smoked meats and dried strawberries on the nose with secondary hint of alcohol that blows off. Rich and lush on entry; no sign on tannins, integrated well. Mouth coating flavors yet light and bright. This stud has none of green herbaceous element. Hot charcoal, coulis and currant paste fill the palate. Ends with slight cigar box and dusty road. Wonderful. @Eric S thanks again!
Mar 8th, 2017
Rich and full. Dark fruit and earth. Very nice wine.
Rich and full. Dark fruit and earth. Very nice wine.
Sep 1st, 2016
Good juice. Still has a bit to go before it gets to the "drink now" phase. #napa #wine #cabfranc
Good juice. Still has a bit to go before it gets to the "drink now" phase. #napa #wine #cabfranc
Jan 24th, 2016
Delicious napa valley
Sep 7th, 2015
Rich and soft with violet and lavender notes also herbal green sage notes
Rich and soft with violet and lavender notes also herbal green sage notes
Nov 19th, 2014
Big smash you in the mouth red. Robust, refreshing and refined. Will stand up to a big rare steak. A real pleaser!
Big smash you in the mouth red. Robust, refreshing and refined. Will stand up to a big rare steak. A real pleaser!
Dec 30th, 2023
2/22 Fading which was too bad because the wine had a lot going for it. Just lost its muscle and starting to lose structure. Would have loved to taste this wine 10 years ago. 84
2/22 Fading which was too bad because the wine had a lot going for it. Just lost its muscle and starting to lose structure. Would have loved to taste this wine 10 years ago. 84
Feb 13th, 2022
Needs a few more years. Alcohol is high, but surprisingly well-integrated.
Needs a few more years. Alcohol is high, but surprisingly well-integrated.
Feb 6th, 2022
Opened in May 2020 and partially decanted this 2013 vintage bought at the vineyard. Absolutely outstanding an hour later. The aroma is smooth and highlighted by soft dark cherry, a bit earthy and maybe chocolate or coffee but in the distance. The first sip was heavenly and smooth to the palate. Could have waited anther 5yrs! Enhanced the taste of medium rare ribeye and grilled artichoke. Just outstanding!!!!
Opened in May 2020 and partially decanted this 2013 vintage bought at the vineyard. Absolutely outstanding an hour later. The aroma is smooth and highlighted by soft dark cherry, a bit earthy and maybe chocolate or coffee but in the distance. The first sip was heavenly and smooth to the palate. Could have waited anther 5yrs! Enhanced the taste of medium rare ribeye and grilled artichoke. Just outstanding!!!!
May 17th, 2020
Full, a tad bright and herbaceous.
Full, a tad bright and herbaceous.
Jul 10th, 2019
Napa Valley, California, USA
