JC Cellars
Caldwell Vineyard Syrah
Napa Valley, California, USA
Dark red, turning to ruby and a hint of orange at the rim. Impressive nose with deep, slightly jammy blackberry and black cherry fruit, with delicate spices and a hint of lavender and thyme, intensifying with swirling. Full-bodied with loads of black fruits and spices, and balancing acidity that makes the high alcohol go unnoticed. Long, spicy finish with well-integrated tannin. This has the elegance of a good Cote -Rotie, but with a more upfront fruit character that makes it distinctively Californian. Very good value. 2006 vintage. 15% abv. 35 euro (about 39 $).
Dark red, turning to ruby and a hint of orange at the rim. Impressive nose with deep, slightly jammy blackberry and black cherry fruit, with delicate spices and a hint of lavender and thyme, intensifying with swirling. Full-bodied with loads of black fruits and spices, and balancing acidity that makes the high alcohol go unnoticed. Long, spicy finish with well-integrated tannin. This has the elegance of a good Cote -Rotie, but with a more upfront fruit character that makes it distinctively Californian. Very good value. 2006 vintage. 15% abv. 35 euro (about 39 $).
Sep 26th, 2016
Had very low expectations after the last bottle had a dried out fork but this was a beautiful wine still holding its structure, tannins, and loads of fruit. Very well balanced and stood up to a hearty meal.
Had very low expectations after the last bottle had a dried out fork but this was a beautiful wine still holding its structure, tannins, and loads of fruit. Very well balanced and stood up to a hearty meal.
Oct 26th, 2020
This is drinking extremely well after just a pop and pour. You can see on the side of the bottle that it’s thrown a ton of sediment. Still easily in the drinking window. Underrated winery.
This is drinking extremely well after just a pop and pour. You can see on the side of the bottle that it’s thrown a ton of sediment. Still easily in the drinking window. Underrated winery.
Jul 15th, 2018Huge wine, lots of alcohol. Took 2 hours to open even at the ripe old age of 15. Turned out to be very good.
Huge wine, lots of alcohol. Took 2 hours to open even at the ripe old age of 15. Turned out to be very good.
Jun 2nd, 2018
2002 Vintage. Not the fruit bomb it one was but now less fruit but tannins completely resolved and smooth. Last of my bottles and a wonderful experience through the years.
2002 Vintage. Not the fruit bomb it one was but now less fruit but tannins completely resolved and smooth. Last of my bottles and a wonderful experience through the years.
May 27th, 2018Owner/Winemaker Big Basin Vineyards
Classic Caldwell Vineyard Syrah that reminded me of Douglas' efforts with Jade Mtn. Tannins/wt on heavier end with nice aromatics
Classic Caldwell Vineyard Syrah that reminded me of Douglas' efforts with Jade Mtn. Tannins/wt on heavier end with nice aromatics
Feb 8th, 2014
Definitely past its peak but still showing spicy peppery fruit and a menthol finish.
Definitely past its peak but still showing spicy peppery fruit and a menthol finish.
Dec 29th, 2015
