Josh Morgenthau

9.5

Yes. Substantial and creamy. Musky floral perfume, pure pineapple fruit, spice bazaar, saddle leather, madagascar vanilla, buttercream, well integrated oak. Exotic, yet dry, structured and crisp, in a way. Harmonic. Fantastic stuff. — 2 years ago

Gor

9.4

Gorgeous nose of blueberry compote, musk, violets, fig jam, Madagascar vanilla, hint of Rosemary, cedar and even smoked meat. The mid palate is mouth coating with an incredible backbone of salinity that complements the fruit upfront. This leads to a long finish that still has the acidity that keeps things fresh. Drink now. — 3 years ago

Marc Ouellette

9.4

Starts with fragrant Austrian cherries 🍒 and hint of Madagascar vanilla to boot! A light to medium body along with a refined sweetness at the end. Supple, ripe and a detectable wine to share with those you love most! — 4 years ago

Sharon B

9.1

Summer may be officially over but not in Florida! 🌴🌞🍷 the bottle had me at “toasted coconut, Madagascar, vanilla, black cherry and orange peel”! Who could pass that up!? Happy Friday! — 5 years ago

David Kline

9.2

Dark rye toast, blackest of currant, raisin and dried plum complement a nose of toasted sesame and maduro tobacco. Palate shows grill char, burnt brittle, toffee and resin knit into a rich and comforting blanket of espresso, bakers chocolate, black and red currant, blackberry, violet extract, cinnamon and Madagascar vanilla. At once a treat and a depth charge!

#cainfive #springmountain #napavalley #bordeauxblend #redblend #springmountaindistrict #estategrown #estatebottled #cainvineyardandwinery #sthelena — 2 years ago

Marc Ouellette

9.6

This young Tempranillo comes with several gentle fragrances of plum, cherry and a hint of strawberry. On the palet- a lingering strawberry licorice, Madagascar cinnamon and rustic spices. A forward boldness and yet a refined smoothness enhances the “bite” followed by a beautiful symphony of ripe tannins. A delicious wine paired with a variety of creamy cheeses, pepperoni, apple and roasted pepper and artichoke bruschetta!! — 4 years ago

David Kline

9.2

Brown-black with a root beer head, jungle-banyan lacing. Big whiskey barrel whiff on approach, showing vanilla caramel and heaps of coffee after. Stunner. There is a date bread and chocolate pie combo as well as dark nibs and rich ganache informing the malty mocha. Licorice extract, Madagascar vanilla with extract heat, clove and nutmeg energies, darkest caramel bordering on burnt. Raisin-date-fig ground up with brown sugar and exhibiting an almost pine bite. Cinnamon stick dryness to the finish, but still resonating with a resinous danger. This snake bites you and you know it. — 5 years ago

Marc Ouellette

10

What can I say about this perfect Cab! Strong notes of Madagascar vanilla followed by sun sweet blackberries picked right off the vine with a subtle hint of cinnamon. Soft tannins throughout with an luscious and dolce lèche finish… — 3 years ago

Eric Guido

9.2

Hitting the spot after a long day of tasting Rose. The 2012 Vacqueyras is in a bueatifully place today and reminds me quite a bit of the 2011 CdR from Chateau des Tours, which happens to be on my short list of dessert island wines. A bouquet that mixes rhubarb pie, crushed strawberries and mint with hints of Madagascar vanilla and smoke. It's just pure juicy pleasure on the palate, sweet yet focused and balanced, and just goes on and on through the spicy, candied orange-tinged finale. Don't overthink this, just enjoy with abandon. — 4 years ago

Joe Lucca

9.5

Insanely young, however just needed to try this. Double decanted, but still pretty much an impenetrable fortress. The nose is completely intoxicating; molasses, caramelized brown sugar, fresh Madagascar vanilla bean. The palate explodes with black and purple fruits; black plum, cassis, Christmas spice cake, blackberry tart, crushed allspice, deep mineral rich soil, field stones. Finishes with awesome structure. Bury this in the cellar for at least 5 years, more like 10. — 5 years ago

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