Whoa. Delicate tannins. Beautiful oak. Nice acidity to balance the dark fruit. Unreal.
Whoa. Delicate tannins. Beautiful oak. Nice acidity to balance the dark fruit. Unreal.
Feb 2nd, 2019
One of many 2005's at Chophouse Dinner! Wowsa
One of many 2005's at Chophouse Dinner! Wowsa
2 people found it helpfulJun 2nd, 2015
Great wine with great friends
Great wine with great friends
1 person found it helpfulMar 1st, 2015
Had this before and this is last bottle from 05 - love this winery - both oakvllle and reserve cabs - decanted 90 mins - like I love of this and something I wish was better for the 05 - the 07, 08, 10 are much better - well balanced firm with long palette and tasty
Had this before and this is last bottle from 05 - love this winery - both oakvllle and reserve cabs - decanted 90 mins - like I love of this and something I wish was better for the 05 - the 07, 08, 10 are much better - well balanced firm with long palette and tasty
Jul 13th, 2016
Still hot - aroma of a baked ham - not a lot of fruit now ... Will revisit tomorrow
Still hot - aroma of a baked ham - not a lot of fruit now ... Will revisit tomorrow
Oct 1st, 2013Wonderful - essentially identical features to their reserve, minus 30-50$
Wonderful - essentially identical features to their reserve, minus 30-50$
Jun 16th, 2013
12 years old and still needs decanting.
12 years old and still needs decanting.
Jan 1st, 2018
Anniversary dinner at the Chop House. Quite lovely. Paired nicely with my filet and asparagus. They were out of the '07, but the table was happy with the '05.
Anniversary dinner at the Chop House. Quite lovely. Paired nicely with my filet and asparagus. They were out of the '07, but the table was happy with the '05.
Dec 30th, 2016
Surprisingly youthful for a wine that was never stored properly; had to drink it quickly, it fades quickly when decanted
Surprisingly youthful for a wine that was never stored properly; had to drink it quickly, it fades quickly when decanted
Feb 9th, 2016
Smooth and well balanced. Excellent!
Smooth and well balanced. Excellent!
Dec 29th, 2015
Oakville, Napa Valley, California, USA
