Scott McLeod
Reserve The Pilot Hill Gang Matt Parish El Dorado County Cabernet Sauvignon
El Dorado County, Sierra Foothills, California, USA
This reserve release of the always superlative Pilot Hill Gang Cabernet Blend is labeled a Cabernet Sauvignon, so this one is at least 75% Cab, with the rest most likely Merlot. There is a bit of oak to the body, but not overmuch. The tannic structure is big; imagine Rutherford dust turned up to 11 😸 The overall flavor might be described as dried black currant and unsweetened dark chocolate. Perhaps there is a splash of Petit Verdot in the mix? Kudos Mr. Parish!
This reserve release of the always superlative Pilot Hill Gang Cabernet Blend is labeled a Cabernet Sauvignon, so this one is at least 75% Cab, with the rest most likely Merlot. There is a bit of oak to the body, but not overmuch. The tannic structure is big; imagine Rutherford dust turned up to 11 😸 The overall flavor might be described as dried black currant and unsweetened dark chocolate. Perhaps there is a splash of Petit Verdot in the mix? Kudos Mr. Parish!
Sep 16th, 2019This is a full-bodied red, full of chewy tannins and dusty Finnish. The flavors are dried cherry and dusty currants. It is quite good, but a bit short of the mark, compared with prior vintages. Still better than 75% of wines out there, and better than 85% at this price point 😺🍷🎶
This is a full-bodied red, full of chewy tannins and dusty Finnish. The flavors are dried cherry and dusty currants. It is quite good, but a bit short of the mark, compared with prior vintages. Still better than 75% of wines out there, and better than 85% at this price point 😺🍷🎶
Oct 25th, 2018I am uncertain what "reserve" means for this Bordeaux style blend - but like its unreserved predecessor, it is full bodied, redolent with dark plum and Cherry flavors, and a smooth, slightly tannic mocha currant finish. Keep wearing the "gang" colors, Scott and Matt! 😸
I am uncertain what "reserve" means for this Bordeaux style blend - but like its unreserved predecessor, it is full bodied, redolent with dark plum and Cherry flavors, and a smooth, slightly tannic mocha currant finish. Keep wearing the "gang" colors, Scott and Matt! 😸
Jul 7th, 2016
I like it a lot but just a little to fruity. It would be great if it was a little drier.
I like it a lot but just a little to fruity. It would be great if it was a little drier.
Sep 19th, 2016
Smells blackberry and sharp. Full variety of of sharp spice and dry fruit, oaky and a hint of raw almonds. Smooth finish.
Smells blackberry and sharp. Full variety of of sharp spice and dry fruit, oaky and a hint of raw almonds. Smooth finish.
Aug 23rd, 2016
