Seemed a bit young. Black currant, blackberry, spicy, small touch of pyrazine. Had good structure and acid so I'd expect it to refine more.
Seemed a bit young. Black currant, blackberry, spicy, small touch of pyrazine. Had good structure and acid so I'd expect it to refine more.
1 person found it helpfulSep 1st, 2017
1.5 hour decant(decent chunky sediment). A majestic deep purplish magenta color with a little bricking. Always have a soft spot for aged Cain Five and Chris's old school savory style(embrace a little brett!). On the nose: stunning nose of worn leather, funky wet earth, red fruit, touch of menthol, nutty. Taste: Restrained, silky, elegant, balanced wine with dusty earth, herbaceous, currants, plum, cedarwood, and peppery dark chocolate medium finish. YUM! Hitting its stride with time to go.
1.5 hour decant(decent chunky sediment). A majestic deep purplish magenta color with a little bricking. Always have a soft spot for aged Cain Five and Chris's old school savory style(embrace a little brett!). On the nose: stunning nose of worn leather, funky wet earth, red fruit, touch of menthol, nutty. Taste: Restrained, silky, elegant, balanced wine with dusty earth, herbaceous, currants, plum, cedarwood, and peppery dark chocolate medium finish. YUM! Hitting its stride with time to go.
Oct 20th, 2023
Another dinner at Del Frisco’s Grille to take advantage of their “closing permanently” discount of 50% off all alcohol, only this time we had friends 🤙🏻
Of the 3 reds we had tonight this was the lowest performer, but only because it was a little muted; I don’t think it had adequate time to fully blossom. Nonetheless it was still quite delicious. I was able to get enough expression from it to get a good idea of what it could offer and I liked it...a lot.
Another dinner at Del Frisco’s Grille to take advantage of their “closing permanently” discount of 50% off all alcohol, only this time we had friends 🤙🏻
Of the 3 reds we had tonight this was the lowest performer, but only because it was a little muted; I don’t think it had adequate time to fully blossom. Nonetheless it was still quite delicious. I was able to get enough expression from it to get a good idea of what it could offer and I liked it...a lot.
Sep 12th, 2018
Light, smooth and airy, floral, dark berries, black cherries, spice, however dialed back.
Light, smooth and airy, floral, dark berries, black cherries, spice, however dialed back.
Aug 22nd, 2016
Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California, USA
