Roy Piper

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.4295 ratings
9.530 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
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Shay A
9.4

Couldn’t believe my luck when someone walked in with this. I recently made the list and purchased some current release as well as an older vintage all without ever trying these wines. People speak highly so I’m glad I got to see why. This is mainly Beckstoffer GIII I believe (though it’s now mainly Moulds, Farella and Houyi) and it had some hallmark BGIII notes...dusty blackberries and raspberries. Rose petal, graham cracker and lead. Nice!

Couldn’t believe my luck when someone walked in with this. I recently made the list and purchased some current release as well as an older vintage all without ever trying these wines. People speak highly so I’m glad I got to see why. This is mainly Beckstoffer GIII I believe (though it’s now mainly Moulds, Farella and Houyi) and it had some hallmark BGIII notes...dusty blackberries and raspberries. Rose petal, graham cracker and lead. Nice!

Jul 28th, 2018
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

9.3

93-95 points. There rusticity here, unlike other vintages. Not a bad thing, just different. Tannins are not as refined as 14 nor 15. Will be interesting to see its ageing curve.

93-95 points. There rusticity here, unlike other vintages. Not a bad thing, just different. Tannins are not as refined as 14 nor 15. Will be interesting to see its ageing curve.

May 4th, 2018
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

9.8

Roy nailed this vintage and while still sooo young, its balance and grace is truly impressive. Sweet red berries, dark plums and black cherries jumps from the glass and are complimented on the palate by wonderfully handled tannins and juicy acidity. Will age gracefully.

Roy nailed this vintage and while still sooo young, its balance and grace is truly impressive. Sweet red berries, dark plums and black cherries jumps from the glass and are complimented on the palate by wonderfully handled tannins and juicy acidity. Will age gracefully.

Sep 17th, 2017
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

9.7

Easy 96+ stuff. Great nose with absolute purity, flows into a super charged palate with an age worthy structure. Best after 2020.

Easy 96+ stuff. Great nose with absolute purity, flows into a super charged palate with an age worthy structure. Best after 2020.

Jul 16th, 2017
Eric L.

Holy cow, this was really great. The 10 and 11 were nice, but this was on another level.

Holy cow, this was really great. The 10 and 11 were nice, but this was on another level.

3 people found it helpfulAug 11th, 2014
Craig Otten

Craig had this 8 years ago

Craig had this 8 years ago

2 people found it helpfulJan 28th, 2016
G
9.7

Decadent - lots of rich red and dark blue fruit

Decadent - lots of rich red and dark blue fruit

2 people found it helpfulJan 18th, 2016
Ira Shapiro

Ira had this 8 years ago

Ira had this 8 years ago

2 people found it helpfulJan 9th, 2016
Richard Steinberg

Brilliant effort. Magical for an off vintage that shouldn't be considered an off vintage. Blew away the EMH black cat from the day before. If you aren't on Roy's list, epic mistake. Great mouthfeel. Awesome finish

Brilliant effort. Magical for an off vintage that shouldn't be considered an off vintage. Blew away the EMH black cat from the day before. If you aren't on Roy's list, epic mistake. Great mouthfeel. Awesome finish

2 people found it helpfulDec 29th, 2015
David Rubinoff

David had this 8 years ago

David had this 8 years ago

2 people found it helpfulDec 29th, 2015