A bottle that holds a lot of sentimental meaning, this was the first “nice” bottle of wine my wife and I bought together shortly after we got engaged in 2015. We went to Napa a few days later and attended the Flora Springs Trilogy release party (which we ended up doing 6 times in a row). While iced-in here in TX this week, we decided to open this bottle that we’ve had for almost 8yrs exactly to the day. One of the things I love about wine is the ability to attach memories to bottles!
Right off the bat, this is classical 2011 Napa. It has a distinct green streak down the middle of the palate. Flora Springs was able to get the fruit semi-ripe which balanced out the lean and mean acidity. I have no qualms with 2011 Napa (and have found some to be absolutely incredible). I can appreciate a wine that speaks to the vintage, like this one. At roughly 12yrs, this is integrated. Oak is in the background, with cherry pipe tobacco, cherry cordial and underripe blackberries. Smooth and light bodied on the palate. Not getting any better, I suggest enjoying now. — a year ago
Blackberry, honey notes, fruit finish — 4 years ago
Spectacular, aging brilliantly. Deep flavor, bright fruit. — 5 months ago
Fresh, crisp and very refreshing to drink in any weather. — 9 months ago
Very nice! — 2 years ago
2017. Very smooth from the first glass to the last. — 4 years ago
Pleasant mouth feel, not to much of a tannin flavor. Very fruit-forward in the flavor — 6 months ago
very good and fruity — 9 months ago
Really great taste, mild yet flavorful. — 3 years ago
Anthony Cammarata Jr.
One of the best Napa Valley wines in the Valley! — 5 months ago