Ericsson

9.6

The closest thing to true Bordeaux style red blend from Napa. This wine really accentuates the vintage and the terroir, along with fruit and soil. The Dominus Estate manages the vineyard via dry farming, relying on nature for water, making a profound difference on great vintages such as 2016. Find a good vintage Dominus and you’re bound to have one of kind. Cheers. — a year ago

Ming L

9.3

Have tasted the 16’ multiple times and love it every time. This time is no difference. I like this more than the Oakville Grade which costs twice as much.
From magnum. Power and finesse at the same time. Lots of aroma and flavor nuances. Previous notes apply. — 3 years ago

John Van Trijp

10

Magnum. Absolutely no surprise for me because I already drunk 3 magnums from this case. This was the best wine even for Adrian Zarzo from his year of birth. Big wine with lot of reserve. The magnum makes the difference — 4 years ago

Rob Brobst III

9.7

What a difference a decade makes!! — a year ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

2015 vintage. Last tasted November 2021. FFN (fantastic effing nose). Still dry as hell. Still gigantic blueberries in the nose and flavors. Yes, the toffee and the (black) coffee hither and yon. A year and a half makes a difference as this drinks a tad more unified now. Looking for best drinking result? Dü it after 2028 till 2035. 4.10.23. — 3 years ago

Laith A

9.6

Still a bit tight.. needs more time but all the ingredients are there for a phenomenal cab! Very complex and intellectual.. big difference in profile vs the Riverain Reserve which we had side by side! — 3 years ago

Tegan Marriott

9.3

Absolute gusto! Prior: After I Practiced my civil duties , I wanted to ease back in my sipping seat to do some deflecting/reflecting on the last 4 years of this political climate. I can only hope for the best man to win but with this tasty wine in my glass I don't need to stress about who wins because what difference will it really make?! Happy election day everyone!🖐️ — 5 years ago

leon egozi

10

Anniversary wine!
But if you compare this to Greer?- I think there would be no difference except in the pricing! — 2 years ago

Jay Kline

9.1

Popped and poured, no formal notes. This bottle has been stored in my cellar since release. I have always appreciated the restrained expression of Clos du Val however, this was enjoyed after the 2005 “Caravina” and there is a very clear difference in class between the two. The Seavey had a level of energy, sophistication and polish that the CdV just couldn’t match, even though it was 8 years younger. However, there was a subtle charm to it and if enjoyed on its own, would have made more of an impression. The profile was dark, with loads of earth. Structure was firm but in balance with the fruit. Finish was medium. Built for another decade but probably won’t improve.
— 3 years ago

Michael Walker

9.8

Amazed at the difference btw this and the ‘11’s (which I somehow haven’t reviewed??) far more austere, less fruity, not sure I could tell it from a straight cab. Also turned a bit earthy to my taste late....J disagrees, likes it better than the ‘11 — 5 years ago