Quilceda Creek

Galitzine Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.317 ratings
9.53 pro ratings
Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Tobin Trevarthen

Amazing nose. Evolved with layer after layer of complexity. Lingering mid-palette. Tannins and mellowed to a smooth finish.

Amazing nose. Evolved with layer after layer of complexity. Lingering mid-palette. Tannins and mellowed to a smooth finish.

Oct 17th, 2019
Dr. Owen Bargreen

The 2007 Quilceda Creek ‘Galitzine Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon is showing marvelously at more than a decade old. On the nose this shows copious dark fruits with graphite and creme de cassis aromatics that continue to build in the glass. The palate shows a seducyitve side with moderate tannins that round out following a two hour decant. Blackberry compote, mocha, sandalwood and chocolate covered cherry flavors all combine nicely. A stunning wine now, this will continue to show well for at least another decade. Drink 2019-2019- 96

The 2007 Quilceda Creek ‘Galitzine Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon is showing marvelously at more than a decade old. On the nose this shows copious dark fruits with graphite and creme de cassis aromatics that continue to build in the glass. The palate shows a seducyitve side with moderate tannins that round out following a two hour decant. Blackberry compote, mocha, sandalwood and chocolate covered cherry flavors all combine nicely. A stunning wine now, this will continue to show well for at least another decade. Drink 2019-2019- 96

Feb 18th, 2019
Roy Goble

Good wine but not the 97pts Parker gave it.

Good wine but not the 97pts Parker gave it.

Aug 2nd, 2017
Brandon Boesch

Tons of mint, pepper some green some black peppercorn, some dark red fruits, stone, long tannin still. After awhile open I also get a tart candy component I really like. I’m curious to see bottle variation on this one. I also think it may have needed a decant. When I think of 2007 Bordeaux this would fit right in.

Tons of mint, pepper some green some black peppercorn, some dark red fruits, stone, long tannin still. After awhile open I also get a tart candy component I really like. I’m curious to see bottle variation on this one. I also think it may have needed a decant. When I think of 2007 Bordeaux this would fit right in.

Jul 8th, 2022
Steven Perlman

Lots of chocolate. Oak, Smoke and tobacco. Round and luscious

Lots of chocolate. Oak, Smoke and tobacco. Round and luscious

Mar 15th, 2020
Scott Kahn

Wonderful nose upon opening, and it improves tremendously with an hours decanting. Tight at first but the tannins soften nicely in the glass to make for a mouthful of Cabernet joy! Well balanced and exceptional with food (red meat). Worth the RP score - perhaps a little high.

Wonderful nose upon opening, and it improves tremendously with an hours decanting. Tight at first but the tannins soften nicely in the glass to make for a mouthful of Cabernet joy! Well balanced and exceptional with food (red meat). Worth the RP score - perhaps a little high.

Sep 30th, 2018
Kirk F
9.4

This was incredible. It took 20 minutes to MacGyver the cork out of the bottle but the contents were impeccable. A beautifully aged Cabernet, smooth tannins and an intoxicating mid palate dominated by cassis, a bit of spice and plenty of dark currant. Yum!

This was incredible. It took 20 minutes to MacGyver the cork out of the bottle but the contents were impeccable. A beautifully aged Cabernet, smooth tannins and an intoxicating mid palate dominated by cassis, a bit of spice and plenty of dark currant. Yum!

Dec 1st, 2017
Ira Shapiro

I liked it, but don't get the hype. It was clearly not 97 points to me

I liked it, but don't get the hype. It was clearly not 97 points to me

Mar 5th, 2016
Robert Gumm

Really nice with plenty of life left

Really nice with plenty of life left

Aug 23rd, 2015
Michael Patrone

Quilceda has become a favorite, and this one definitely didn't disappoint.

Quilceda has become a favorite, and this one definitely didn't disappoint.

Oct 29th, 2014