First take: it’s a bit muddled and flabby….lacking crisp structure. It is young so I will test on day two. Day 2.5: impressively, air has brought this one to life! Clarity and articulation are now present. The character profile is still medium+ weighted fresh red/black cherry with a delicate green herby frame. What improved - the focus and clarity of the acidity. It broadened, thus mouthfeel improved. — 4 years ago
Perhaps a touch on the down swing, this luxurious and sophisticated build still provided plenty of pleasure for a holiday special meal. Complex from quality fruit… The special 2010 vintage provided ripeness for the CabSauvignon and merlot components. Thoughtful oak exposure provided just enough framework and the inherent herb inlay... particularly from the PV. Former Governors cup case gold — 5 years ago
$40 bottle at vineyard in Huntley — 13 days ago
Chez Cybulski 12:24/2023 — 2 years ago
Signature smells of bright and fresh raspberry, cherry, and plum, with bramble, notes of bell pepper and mint, hints of baker's vanilla, cinnamon and clove, and faint whiffs of warm tires and fallen wet leaves. On the palate fresh but richer red fruit of cherry, cranberry, and raspberry, hints of asparagus, with a medium mouthfeel and medium-length finish. The 13.8% alcohol gave the body some weight but was a tad strong for the bright red fruit profile. Overall this is a balanced Loire-style Cab Franc. Went great with my portobello caps with homemade porcini-morel gravy; food and wine really brought out the spice flavors of each other. — 4 years ago
Easy drinking yumminess — 2 years ago
Rappahannock 2015 with Rebecca
Really good blend. Smooth. Earthy. Subtle tannins. Medium body.
Would buy again! — 2 years ago
Simply one of the finest Merlot vineyards in the state… Tremendous drainage and aspect at elevation… Massive phenolic capacity tempered by 30+ months in barrel. A true terroir spot in Rappahannock county — 5 years ago
Crazy crazy good effort in the cellar by Sudha with fruit from Horton (Orange County). Tannin, mouthfeel, and rich black fruit profile! — 5 years ago
Ron from VA
What a hidden Jim… The key ingredient here is the estate grown Nebbiolo worked into the pseudo SuperTuscan blend. Phenomenal flavor from the Virginia Piedmont. This was a recipient of a gold and more than deserving of it. — 18 days ago