Freddy R. Troya

9.5

Krupp Brothers – Cabernet Sauvignon “Veraison” 2009
Stagecoach Vineyard, Napa Valley – USA 🇺🇸

Overview:
From the famed Stagecoach Vineyard, this 2009 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon shows why Krupp Brothers has earned a reputation for power and finesse. At nearly 15 years, it’s still on the ascent, with structure and depth that promise more evolution ahead.

Aromas & Flavors:
Layers of dark cassis, blackberry compote, and black cherry mingle with graphite, cedar, and espresso. Hints of dried violets and cocoa powder emerge with air, weaving a bouquet that is both bold and nuanced.

Mouthfeel:
Full-bodied and dense, yet polished. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity still hold the core tightly, making it feel youthful despite its age. The finish is long, savory, and mineral-driven, echoing dark fruit and spice.

Food Pairings:
A classic match for dry-aged ribeye, braised short ribs, or wild mushroom risotto.

Verdict:
An outstanding wine, multi-layered, complex, and still climbing toward its peak. A bottle to savor now with decanting, but also a treasure for collectors willing to wait.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight:
This vintage remains one of the standout expressions of Stagecoach Vineyard fruit, alongside 2010, it is a benchmark release. Collectors take note: the 2009 is still gaining complexity and shows remarkable staying power. — 16 days ago

Steve Rura

9.4

Dang, this is a good Chardonnay! White burg is one of my fave styles, and this certainly meets it. Floral, grassy nose. Green apple and preserved lemon peel. Pale, clear color. Crazy, focused mouth-watering acidity and dry, dry minerals. I haven’t had too many pure Swiss Chardonnays, but this is the alpine Graubünden style I like. Thanks @Lyle Fass — 10 months ago

Sara Gravesen

10

Nice balance of wines, smooth and delicious. Recommended at Del friscos double eagle to go with our tomahawk steak and scallops. Amazing! Will be purchasing again! — 4 years ago

Lyle Fass

Founder Fass Selections

9.5

What an entry level wine. Juicy, alive, textured and so so long. — 13 days ago

Steve Ambrusko

9.2

Rich and bold, but still smooth on the palate. Notes of tobacco & cherry. — 3 months ago

Ken Venezio

9.0

KruppBros wine 2/4. Dark chocolate, wild berry and vanilla on the palate. Has a great mouthfeel. Sits on the tongue for quite a while before finishing with some mild spice. — 3 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Interesting blend of Tempranillo (61%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (39%). Beautiful copper/salmon color. Intense aromas of peaches, strawberry and rose petals. Same fruits on the lifted pallet with a bit of lemon zest and minerals. More heft and texture (little bit of tannin) than a Provence-style Rose’. — 4 years ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.0

Vintage 2019 | the miracle of Rosmalen, only five people know about. Rondeur and pretty fruitiness — a month ago

Lyle Fass

Founder Fass Selections

9.6

So so dense. So tight. So coiled. So elegant. So concentrated. Structured. Checking in tomorrow. Nose is so floral, a day later. Very mineral and so expressive. Palate is enormously complex, chewy and dense. My goodness the density of this wine is just insane. It’s barely budged overnight. Fleshier, yes but also there still is more to come. Day 3 awaits. — 7 months ago

Emma Gill

9.5

Honey, fresh, full bodied
With salmon, chicken, pork.
Beetroot beignet and John Dory at the house.
John wilson 26.50 — 3 years ago