Napa Valley, California, USA
Absolutely delicious and luxurious, like liquid velvet. Did not decant it. Had it with a baguette and some Brie.
Absolutely delicious and luxurious, like liquid velvet. Did not decant it. Had it with a baguette and some Brie.
5 people found it helpfulJan 10th, 2015
A blend of 83% Cabernet and 17% Merlot, cool weather resulted in a challenging outcome. Aromas of black fruits and earthy spice. On the palate blackberry and tart cherry, oak, spice and cacao with firm dry tannins. Wine lacks depth, a bit of alcohol heat, medium finish. Drink now. Pricey, Pass. Tasting Sample.
A blend of 83% Cabernet and 17% Merlot, cool weather resulted in a challenging outcome. Aromas of black fruits and earthy spice. On the palate blackberry and tart cherry, oak, spice and cacao with firm dry tannins. Wine lacks depth, a bit of alcohol heat, medium finish. Drink now. Pricey, Pass. Tasting Sample.
1 person found it helpfulJul 13th, 2017
2010 vintage Napa cabs all seem to have a similar dark, gritty richness about them. This one most certainly reflects that year. Dark blackberries and stewed black plum, nutmeg, leather, and black olive are apparent on the nose and pallet. The tannin structure is firm, and have barely subsided since I had it 2 years ago. They are well integrated and smooth, with a delicious mocha finish. My favorite vintage so far now has been the 2013 for its richness and smoothness, but this one is for the lover of a more rustic Cabernet. This one will be great in a few more years!
2010 vintage Napa cabs all seem to have a similar dark, gritty richness about them. This one most certainly reflects that year. Dark blackberries and stewed black plum, nutmeg, leather, and black olive are apparent on the nose and pallet. The tannin structure is firm, and have barely subsided since I had it 2 years ago. They are well integrated and smooth, with a delicious mocha finish. My favorite vintage so far now has been the 2013 for its richness and smoothness, but this one is for the lover of a more rustic Cabernet. This one will be great in a few more years!
Nov 22nd, 2016Dry, spicy, though balanced with a measured finish
Dry, spicy, though balanced with a measured finish
Dec 26th, 2015
Incredible. Smooth. 2009 was better but we may have just opened this a year to early !
Incredible. Smooth. 2009 was better but we may have just opened this a year to early !
May 30th, 2015Should have let this open up more. Smooth and delicious just not as complex as I was expecting. Will allow to breathe an hour or two next time.
Should have let this open up more. Smooth and delicious just not as complex as I was expecting. Will allow to breathe an hour or two next time.
Jan 6th, 2015
