Shay A

9.5

One of the wines I supplied for an annual lunch hosting (co-host this time). I was really hesitant to open this given the fanfare of this specific wine, but also how DrCrane can be an in-between wine for me (so explosive young, shut down at 5-10yrs, re-open 10+). Decanted two-three hours.

Classic deep purple-black DrCrane in the glass. Aromatics are immediate with ripe blue and black fruits, baking spices, mocha and graphite. Just a little bit of high-toned EA to make it pop, along with this roasted character I always get from DrCrane wines. Opulent and polished in every way on the palate, this is a tidal wave of flavor with no hard edges. It’s a towering wine in the sense of so much concentration and depth on the mid-palate, but it’s so incredibly polished at the finish…almost shockingly so. The ripe fruits and the dark chocolate linger longer than any Napa cab I can remember. Iron first in a velvet glove.

No need to worry, these are open for business. Plenty of structure to carry a while, but this window seems like it was made for how this wine is drinking now. — 3 days ago

Joe Flo

9.8

I just wished I had more btls. — 2 months ago

Ming L

9.1

Englishman Jonathan Maltus (of La Dome) Napa project. Nose shows blackcurrant, plum, cassis, pencil shavings, and clove with a herbaceous undertone. Juicy with medium to full body. Velvety tannins. Stylish, but lacking a bit of depth and complexity. — 3 months ago

Paul K

9.8

My birthday and @Chris Tomasso brought this gem that he knows I’ve been eyeing in his cellar for awhile. — 13 days ago

with James

Slestyan

9.6

Give it time — a month ago

Timothy Eustis

Wine Director, Red Lion Inn

9.1

Dare I coin a phrase for this 2018 wine? Hedonistic. Over the top but well done. — 2 months ago

P S

9.0

Very nice. Pencil graphite blackberry but a bit thin. — 3 months ago

with Larry

Jake Hajer

9.3

Dark, viscous motor oil and blackberry. Tasty, but needs another 8yr or so. — 21 days ago

Anthony Cammarata Jr.

9.1

This wine is an absolute standout, delivering a rich and full-bodied experience that doesn't disappoint. From the first sip, it bursts with deep berry flavors, offering a perfect balance of ripe fruit and complexity. Hints of tobacco and licorice add depth, while a subtle touch of chocolate rounds out the finish beautifully. The structure is bold yet smooth, making every glass an indulgent experience — a month ago

Joe Flo

9.7

Drinking gr8 with 1+ hr of decanting. — 2 months ago