Deep ruby color with nose of cassis, blackberries, violets, cedar, and vanilla. Very acidic and tart on first sip, but as it opens up the depth comes. This is a big wine with solid fruit and firm tannins. Give it a few years and I imagine those tannins will soften a bit. Enjoyed with some friends while we prayed for our kids.
Deep ruby color with nose of cassis, blackberries, violets, cedar, and vanilla. Very acidic and tart on first sip, but as it opens up the depth comes. This is a big wine with solid fruit and firm tannins. Give it a few years and I imagine those tannins will soften a bit. Enjoyed with some friends while we prayed for our kids.
Jan 10th, 2025
The ‘21 Calistoga Cab (released late ‘23, so very young) is nearly black with a high-toned nose that reveals a bit of dark, creamy fruit. It’s mouth-coating and finishes with grainy tannins after providing a solid mid-range of sweet blackberry, mocha, and maybe plum pudding. Putting another away for a few years.
The ‘21 Calistoga Cab (released late ‘23, so very young) is nearly black with a high-toned nose that reveals a bit of dark, creamy fruit. It’s mouth-coating and finishes with grainy tannins after providing a solid mid-range of sweet blackberry, mocha, and maybe plum pudding. Putting another away for a few years.
Jan 24th, 2024
Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA
