Skellenger Lane
Addendum Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Addendum Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Skellenger Lane.
This wine is very dark in the glass. It gives off an unexpectedly subtle aroma of cassis and smoke. A whiff of graphite and leather come in after it sits a bit. The palate shows its youth, but in an endearing way. Slightly spiky tannins settle down with time, and the dark berry flavors just get more intense. There is some sweet vanilla in play, along with an easy little dash of cinnamon. The finish is incredibly long, and it's a pleasure to behold.
Addendum Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Skellenger Lane.
This wine is very dark in the glass. It gives off an unexpectedly subtle aroma of cassis and smoke. A whiff of graphite and leather come in after it sits a bit. The palate shows its youth, but in an endearing way. Slightly spiky tannins settle down with time, and the dark berry flavors just get more intense. There is some sweet vanilla in play, along with an easy little dash of cinnamon. The finish is incredibly long, and it's a pleasure to behold.
Nice. This was first vintage of Addendum. My last bottle.
Nice. This was first vintage of Addendum. My last bottle.
Mar 14th, 2022
@AddendumByFess 2014 Skellenger Lane Cabernet Sauvignon (SRP $95): Addendum is an exciting new portfolio launched by renowned Santa Barbara producer Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard. The Addendum label focuses on small batches of Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from some of the top sites in Napa Valley. This full-bodied example hails from the Rutherford appellation. It is deep purple in color, with layers of complexities: cedar box, spice cake, toasted pastry, vanilla bean, and a hint of mint—surround a rich core of ripe dark berry and purple stone fruit flavors. There is good depth and structural intensity, anchored by dusty tannins that gain traction on the long, textured finish. This is a serious wine that is a pleasure to sip. It is also a good cellar candidate to enjoy over the next decade. Approximately 116 cases of this wine were produced. Region: Rutherford, Napa Valley, California. Other info: ABV 14.9%, matured 28 months in 100% French oak barrels [all new], natural cork enclosure. #wine #winelover #CabernetSauvignon #NapaValley #Rutherford
@AddendumByFess 2014 Skellenger Lane Cabernet Sauvignon (SRP $95): Addendum is an exciting new portfolio launched by renowned Santa Barbara producer Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard. The Addendum label focuses on small batches of Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from some of the top sites in Napa Valley. This full-bodied example hails from the Rutherford appellation. It is deep purple in color, with layers of complexities: cedar box, spice cake, toasted pastry, vanilla bean, and a hint of mint—surround a rich core of ripe dark berry and purple stone fruit flavors. There is good depth and structural intensity, anchored by dusty tannins that gain traction on the long, textured finish. This is a serious wine that is a pleasure to sip. It is also a good cellar candidate to enjoy over the next decade. Approximately 116 cases of this wine were produced. Region: Rutherford, Napa Valley, California. Other info: ABV 14.9%, matured 28 months in 100% French oak barrels [all new], natural cork enclosure. #wine #winelover #CabernetSauvignon #NapaValley #Rutherford
Feb 20th, 2018@AddendumWinebyFess is a new wine project by Santa Barbara winery Fess Parker specializing in ultra-premium, small-lot wines from select Napa Valley sites. This bottling represents 1 of 4; all from the 2014 vintage; all 100% Cab, save for one Cab/Syrah blend from Atlas Peak. The Addendum 2014 from Rutherford is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is deep, concentrated, and richly fruited, with excellent acid/tannin balance. There are leading flavors of black plum, currant, and spice cake, followed by dark cocoa and mocha notes. A good dose of oak (matured 28 months in 100% new French oak barrels) was thrown at this wine but the ripe, concentrated fruit handles it superbly well. This Cab is built to age but very enjoyable now. I recommend decanting for about one hour. (SRP $95) #AddendumFessParker #winelover #CabernetSauvignon #CabSauv #Rutherford #NapaValley #Napa #wine #myvinespot #HappyFriday
@AddendumWinebyFess is a new wine project by Santa Barbara winery Fess Parker specializing in ultra-premium, small-lot wines from select Napa Valley sites. This bottling represents 1 of 4; all from the 2014 vintage; all 100% Cab, save for one Cab/Syrah blend from Atlas Peak. The Addendum 2014 from Rutherford is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is deep, concentrated, and richly fruited, with excellent acid/tannin balance. There are leading flavors of black plum, currant, and spice cake, followed by dark cocoa and mocha notes. A good dose of oak (matured 28 months in 100% new French oak barrels) was thrown at this wine but the ripe, concentrated fruit handles it superbly well. This Cab is built to age but very enjoyable now. I recommend decanting for about one hour. (SRP $95) #AddendumFessParker #winelover #CabernetSauvignon #CabSauv #Rutherford #NapaValley #Napa #wine #myvinespot #HappyFriday
Jul 14th, 2017