Big brooding nose of dark cherry, burnt balsam wood and bourbon. Big wine that needs more time as the tannins still block out some of the nuance. I think this will get a lot better. All the components are there
Big brooding nose of dark cherry, burnt balsam wood and bourbon. Big wine that needs more time as the tannins still block out some of the nuance. I think this will get a lot better. All the components are there
1 person found it helpfulApr 21st, 2015
This is a behemoth!! Dense and chewy after a 4 hour decant. Extremely dark and inky in the glass, crushed rocks, blackberry, toasted oak. This reminds me of an Abreu Madrona Ranch. A rich, hedonistic beauty but I would say it's at least 5-8 years from it's optimum drinking window. Hold or decant.
This is a behemoth!! Dense and chewy after a 4 hour decant. Extremely dark and inky in the glass, crushed rocks, blackberry, toasted oak. This reminds me of an Abreu Madrona Ranch. A rich, hedonistic beauty but I would say it's at least 5-8 years from it's optimum drinking window. Hold or decant.
Apr 12th, 2017
Deep and dark ruby red. Rich nose with notes of dark berries and dark cocoa. Solid moderate tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Tons of red berries and baking spices on the palate. Stoney long finish. Still needs some time. Drink till 2030. (92+)
Deep and dark ruby red. Rich nose with notes of dark berries and dark cocoa. Solid moderate tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Tons of red berries and baking spices on the palate. Stoney long finish. Still needs some time. Drink till 2030. (92+)
Feb 4th, 2017
At 14 years- just might be this WINES sweet spot. Took a little while to decant -but was amply rewarded. Tanins and Fruits still doing their jobs. It was a treat to drink. 
At 14 years- just might be this WINES sweet spot. Took a little while to decant -but was amply rewarded. Tanins and Fruits still doing their jobs. It was a treat to drink. 
Sep 7th, 2023
Oakville, Napa Valley, California, USA
