Wait Cellars

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Insignia Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1997

Earthy and not giving away much initially, was worried after 20 mins. By 30 it blossomed, full on cassis and vanilla tannins, undergrowth. Dark red fruit, Rutherford dust. Notwithstanding a Bordeaux vibe there was no mistaking this for anything but a high-end Napa cab. Awesome one at that. I wouldn’t wait much longer… — 21 days ago

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Tenuta San Guido

Bolgheri Sassicaia Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 1999

Jamaica allspice submerged in black cherry, black raisin, African violets, red roses, cooked poppyseed, grilled, wine marinated steak with rosemary garnish. The palate is silky with medium mouthfeel and stealthy tannic hooks are whisked away like burrs and prickles on a satin sock. Sweet Connecticut wrap of tobacco is assisted by a minute mocha and black peppercorn. This took a while to open, surprisingly, but well worth the wait!


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— 2 years ago

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Hall Wines

Kathryn Hall Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Worth the wait. High alcohol is my only con. Very enjoyable at home with Lucia salumi. — 4 years ago

Andrew Reese
with Andrew

Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2020

Yes, this is liquid luxury, on a pnp, young, and off vintage (fires). Can’t wait to try one with some years on it. — 2 months ago

Vanessa, Ira and 22 others liked this
Peter van den Besselaar

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I don’t think Ridge has off vintages
Ericsson

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Right. Should have wrote “fires vintage.” I was explained the blind block selection process, and truly impressed.

Scarecrow

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Deep ruby colored. Plum, cassis, red fruit. Full bodied. Tight on the open, aeration required now. But during dinner it kept getting better and better as it opened. First 2017 I’ve tried, I’ll wait several years for the rest. Beautiful long finish and gorgeous mouth feel. Spectacular wine that’ll get even better with time. — 3 years ago

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Marchesi Antinori

Tignanello Toscana Super Tuscan Blend

Agree with those who describe the finesse in this reserve. Long open but worth the wait every time. apparently higher in sangiovese than other vintages and it works just fine. Really nice Antinori offering! — 4 years ago

Logan Edwards
with Logan

Ridge Vineyards

Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Promising red fruit on the nose but a bit too tannic—decanting was de rigueur. After 45 minutes it was better but still tight. It took a full two hours to open up fully and show interesting notes of tobacco, earth and pencil shavings to balance the fruit and acid. Tells me that I should wait another five years before opening my remaining bottles. Enjoyed the 2021 vintage with prime ribeye cap steak from Costco, chicken liver pate and Taleggio cheese, with visiting family (William, Teresa, Xander and Samantha). — 6 months ago

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Château Lynch-Bages

Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2017

I have been buying more Bordeaux over the last few years but have resisted opening much of it too early. Still probably too young on this one but can’t wait forever. — a year ago

Bill, Paul and 13 others liked this

Louis Roederer

Cristal Brut Champagne Chardonnay Pinot Noir Blend 2005

This 🥂 will be a 10 in a short time. Absolutely delicious now can wait to open next bottle next year. — 3 years ago

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Palmaz Vineyards

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Plumsand some menthol-eucalyptus on the nose. Pretty big and intense. Beautiful fruit, tannic but not out of whack. Such a good wine. This could sit for a few more years, but given the inconsistency of my cellar, i didnt want to wait. Had it with a grilled, dry- aged NY Strip. Oh my.... — 4 years ago

Tom, Severn and 2 others liked this
Tom Casagrande

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I’ll hold on to the one you gave me then!