Deep core, some fade at the edge of the glass, well defined Cabernet Sauvignon aromas, dark cherry, mocha, cassis, cloves, weighty and round on the palate. It shows power and heft, yet it is refined, with well-integrated smoky oak. The tannins are evident, but also ripe with no coarseness. Good length on the back palate. It developed nicely over the course of an hour. A wine built to age well over the next 3 to 5 years.
Medium deep color core, with some fade at the rim of the glass, excellent aromatic intensity, displays a very nice purity of fruit character, blackberry, dark fruit, mocha, and well-integrated oak. Good structure, yet well balanced, with no alcohol heat even though it’s at 14.5 percent. A round, polished, plush style; bright acidity forms the backbone of the wine with good length and a soft finish. Characteristic of high-quality valley floor fruit.
Dried rose petals are seductive, with milk chocolate blueberry. Pomegranate and white pepper are uplifted, thanks to a keen acid structure. A commanding intensity on the finish with notes of cedar and cigar.
Velvet-lined luxury, with boysenberry preserves and a path of melted mocha. A stunning mouthfeel – anticipating every sip.
One tremendously exceptional red. Spiced cedar, mulberry, and black tea join garden herbs and violets for an intense, yet juicy, red. Tannins are plush and a dot of white pepper seasons generous blackberry jam notes.
A blend of 57% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Petit Verdot, aged 18 months in French oak. A stretch of minerality paves its way through cinnamon-cranberry, black cherry, and sweet pipe tobacco. Fine acidity and a soy sauce saltiness on the finish has an elegant stance.
Youthful appearance, wonderfully precise, pure aromatics, Bosc pear highlighted with creamy vanilla notes. Good volume on the palate from extended time on the lees with routinely stirring, round, weighty, (14.7% alcohol), but with no heat whatsoever, seamlessly smooth and refined, the oak is evident, but well integrated with an extended finish. All indicators point to a wine made with very high-quality fruit. 330 cases produced.
Meaty notes, with an onslaught of red fruits and a core of tobacco leaf. Background notes arise, with dried roses leading the fray. Raisins and soy sauce follow, matched with a front line of acidity. Well-structured with a complexity that keeps it fresh. Outstanding.