James Cole
Aliento Napa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend
Napa Valley, California, USA
Upon opening, the nose is heavy expresso roast, black olive, a slight touch of pyrazine, anise, dark chocolate, mocha, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries, blueberries, cinnamon, vanilla, whiff of clove, dark rich soil, crushed rocks, cedar, soft leather and fresh and dry, dark flowers. The body is full and rich. Tannins are supple & round with plenty of life ahead. It’s nicely layered; dark currants, earth and spice. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, plum, strawberries, pomegranate brings the end of the first layer. Second layer shows; turned rich black earth, dry top soil, soft volcanic minerals. Third layer show, Asian spices and just a touch of meat grilled meat rub. Dark chocolate bar, mocha, vanilla, cherry liqueur notes, cedar, tobacco with ash, bright red florals, violets, acidity like a waterfall and a long, rich, balanced finish that lasts and lasts. Another Charles Hendricks work of art. Photos of; James & Colleen (Owners) with their children, road signage on the Silverado Trail, tasting patio and their estate building.
Upon opening, the nose is heavy expresso roast, black olive, a slight touch of pyrazine, anise, dark chocolate, mocha, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries, blueberries, cinnamon, vanilla, whiff of clove, dark rich soil, crushed rocks, cedar, soft leather and fresh and dry, dark flowers. The body is full and rich. Tannins are supple & round with plenty of life ahead. It’s nicely layered; dark currants, earth and spice. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, plum, strawberries, pomegranate brings the end of the first layer. Second layer shows; turned rich black earth, dry top soil, soft volcanic minerals. Third layer show, Asian spices and just a touch of meat grilled meat rub. Dark chocolate bar, mocha, vanilla, cherry liqueur notes, cedar, tobacco with ash, bright red florals, violets, acidity like a waterfall and a long, rich, balanced finish that lasts and lasts. Another Charles Hendricks work of art. Photos of; James & Colleen (Owners) with their children, road signage on the Silverado Trail, tasting patio and their estate building.
Oct 7th, 2017
Of all the cabs I have had in the last month or so this cab blend is in the top five - hard to find but will not be disappointed - from opening to finish - nose appeal - slides on like a great broken in Italian loafers - taste great with the lamb chop so structure and palette was amazing
Of all the cabs I have had in the last month or so this cab blend is in the top five - hard to find but will not be disappointed - from opening to finish - nose appeal - slides on like a great broken in Italian loafers - taste great with the lamb chop so structure and palette was amazing
May 6th, 2016
Nice wine,
My first James Cole. Got a few different Vineyards to try, so far so good
Nice wine,
My first James Cole. Got a few different Vineyards to try, so far so good
Beautiful blend. Deep red fruits. Rich with a long smooth finish. First James Cole wine but will not be our last. Happy Friday !
Beautiful blend. Deep red fruits. Rich with a long smooth finish. First James Cole wine but will not be our last. Happy Friday !
Jul 10th, 2015