Hall Wines
T Bar T Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
January Wednesday Wine Committees are always a great as the red wines are required to be 11yrs old, making all of the reds 2008 vintage. 1 sparkler, 2 whites, 4 reds and 1 dessert wine were served today, all blind.
Have to give it to Hall...they know how to churn out consistent wines. I called this Bordeaux, actually. Never had a Hall this old. It’s shed the baby fat of red, blue and black fruit and showing more plum and cassis. Little bit of leather to it, with some dark cocoa dusted dates. Drinking nice, but I think I enjoy Hall’s winemaking style in its youth a touch more than 10yrs of age on them.
January Wednesday Wine Committees are always a great as the red wines are required to be 11yrs old, making all of the reds 2008 vintage. 1 sparkler, 2 whites, 4 reds and 1 dessert wine were served today, all blind.
Have to give it to Hall...they know how to churn out consistent wines. I called this Bordeaux, actually. Never had a Hall this old. It’s shed the baby fat of red, blue and black fruit and showing more plum and cassis. Little bit of leather to it, with some dark cocoa dusted dates. Drinking nice, but I think I enjoy Hall’s winemaking style in its youth a touch more than 10yrs of age on them.
Really enjoying this 2013 @Hall Wines T Bar T Ranch Alexander Valley Sauvignon Blanc. Exudes grapefruit and floral notes.
Really enjoying this 2013 @Hall Wines T Bar T Ranch Alexander Valley Sauvignon Blanc. Exudes grapefruit and floral notes.
1 person found it helpfulApr 20th, 2015In comparison to the Kathryn Hall, much more approachable now. More compacted. A combo of blackberry, cinnamon bread, and oak. Attacks the tongue with medium toast and a bit of toffee. Have not had a Hall wine that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed.
In comparison to the Kathryn Hall, much more approachable now. More compacted. A combo of blackberry, cinnamon bread, and oak. Attacks the tongue with medium toast and a bit of toffee. Have not had a Hall wine that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed.
Nov 25th, 2016
Very dry- medium bodied- Oaked cigar box- brandied cherries. 2008 drank at house of prime rib 2016
Very dry- medium bodied- Oaked cigar box- brandied cherries. 2008 drank at house of prime rib 2016
Jan 5th, 2016
Best T Bar T I have had from Hall. Soft, fully integrated, and well balanced.
Best T Bar T I have had from Hall. Soft, fully integrated, and well balanced.
Sep 13th, 2015May have held this a bit too long. most of the fruit is gone but it is very smooth and easy to drink.
May have held this a bit too long. most of the fruit is gone but it is very smooth and easy to drink.
Sep 12th, 2015
Just A bit harsh and Tannic. Perhaps more time in the cellar or in a decanter because the wine has a lot of backbone.
Just A bit harsh and Tannic. Perhaps more time in the cellar or in a decanter because the wine has a lot of backbone.
Jul 5th, 2015
2008, lovely example. Fruit-forward, spicy nose. In the palette, the wine has hit its stride. Tobacco and dark fruits hold the stage. Tannins are still poking out. Nice, textured finish. Drink these up now.
2008, lovely example. Fruit-forward, spicy nose. In the palette, the wine has hit its stride. Tobacco and dark fruits hold the stage. Tannins are still poking out. Nice, textured finish. Drink these up now.
May 21st, 2015Hall Cab in the Alexander Valley, a bit different from their Napa Cabs. Tastes great, subtle, ripe cherries, round, balanced, creamy finish. Light tannins.
Hall Cab in the Alexander Valley, a bit different from their Napa Cabs. Tastes great, subtle, ripe cherries, round, balanced, creamy finish. Light tannins.
Jan 3rd, 2015