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Kaley Elizabeth Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville, Napa Valley, California, USA
One of our faves that we caught just in time. It’s begun it’s downswing. Fruits are not so prominent, while the tertiary, earthy notes are beginning to emerge. Not so fleshy or flashy. Still has a good tannic structure, with supporting acidity. Oak treatment adds a nice additional layer of complexity. If you like aged wines, this is for you. If you prefer drinking wines in their youth, and you have this vintage in your cellar, giddy up.
One of our faves that we caught just in time. It’s begun it’s downswing. Fruits are not so prominent, while the tertiary, earthy notes are beginning to emerge. Not so fleshy or flashy. Still has a good tannic structure, with supporting acidity. Oak treatment adds a nice additional layer of complexity. If you like aged wines, this is for you. If you prefer drinking wines in their youth, and you have this vintage in your cellar, giddy up.
Apr 18th, 2020The nose displays depth, with notes of bitter chocolate and maple syrup. Luscious, velvety presentation on the palate. It’s viscous mouthfeel compliments the rich, dark fruits. Nice tannins with bright acidity framing all the components. An excellent example.
The nose displays depth, with notes of bitter chocolate and maple syrup. Luscious, velvety presentation on the palate. It’s viscous mouthfeel compliments the rich, dark fruits. Nice tannins with bright acidity framing all the components. An excellent example.
Apr 15th, 2018Huge, bombastic nose of jam compote and soft oak.
On the palette, this is rich and dense. Ultra ripe mouthfeel, with balance and precision. Finishes with maraschino cherries and coffee notes. WOTN, but only just!
Huge, bombastic nose of jam compote and soft oak.
On the palette, this is rich and dense. Ultra ripe mouthfeel, with balance and precision. Finishes with maraschino cherries and coffee notes. WOTN, but only just!
This has a beautiful, feminine nose of flowers, kirsch, with a hint of spice box.
The palette is complex and dense. Jam compote is followed by notes of red licorice, and bitter chocolate. Bold, yet somewhat restrained tannins, interplay with bright acidity. Finishes plush and sweet. This is a killer Napa cab.
This has a beautiful, feminine nose of flowers, kirsch, with a hint of spice box.
The palette is complex and dense. Jam compote is followed by notes of red licorice, and bitter chocolate. Bold, yet somewhat restrained tannins, interplay with bright acidity. Finishes plush and sweet. This is a killer Napa cab.
My last bottle of the 13s. It has been about 4 years, and this wine has now hit its stride. In my previous notes the wine was unbalanced. Now, with more age, and a 45 min decant, the wine is wonderfully balanced. Big ripe dark fruit, softened yet still powerful tannins, well matched acidity. Great mouthfeel and nice finish. Has been nice to see a wine through the years really develop.
My last bottle of the 13s. It has been about 4 years, and this wine has now hit its stride. In my previous notes the wine was unbalanced. Now, with more age, and a 45 min decant, the wine is wonderfully balanced. Big ripe dark fruit, softened yet still powerful tannins, well matched acidity. Great mouthfeel and nice finish. Has been nice to see a wine through the years really develop.
Dec 18th, 2024
Aging well! This one can continue to cellar. Plum, chocolate and tobacco with mellowing tannins
Aging well! This one can continue to cellar. Plum, chocolate and tobacco with mellowing tannins
Nov 27th, 2024
A bit over 2 years since my last bottle. The big ripe fruit has indeed eased up and the tannins certainly softened. Feel like the acidity is now out of balance a bit running high. Still, drinking quite well. A nice big bold Napa cab.
A bit over 2 years since my last bottle. The big ripe fruit has indeed eased up and the tannins certainly softened. Feel like the acidity is now out of balance a bit running high. Still, drinking quite well. A nice big bold Napa cab.
Jan 6th, 2023
Drinks very well right now. Nice CA cab. Great finish.
Drinks very well right now. Nice CA cab. Great finish.
Dec 28th, 2021