Exotic and extracted. Unmistakable tumric, which threw me off, but was attractive. Dense and dark. Motor oil.
Exotic and extracted. Unmistakable tumric, which threw me off, but was attractive. Dense and dark. Motor oil.
Jan 5th, 2020
This Napa Cab - Atlas Peak, to be specific - is dark purple around the rim and nearly black everywhere else. The nose gives off smoke, blueberries, cassis and a faint graphite note. The palate shows a delicious dark fruit profile, with a savory streak of leather, rosemary and spice running through it. The acidity is lip-smacking and the tannins are firm without taking over. You won't forget it - the finish won't let you. Pair with a steak or roast, of course, but pork or roasted chicken will work as well.
This Napa Cab - Atlas Peak, to be specific - is dark purple around the rim and nearly black everywhere else. The nose gives off smoke, blueberries, cassis and a faint graphite note. The palate shows a delicious dark fruit profile, with a savory streak of leather, rosemary and spice running through it. The acidity is lip-smacking and the tannins are firm without taking over. You won't forget it - the finish won't let you. Pair with a steak or roast, of course, but pork or roasted chicken will work as well.
Apr 29th, 2019
Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California, USA
