Double Diamond (Schrader)
Amber Knolls Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Red Hills Lake County, North Coast, California, USA
Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. No formal notes. The 2006 “Amber Knolls Vineyard” blows the mind. Yes, I know, it’s made by Schrader but this humble Lake County designation was meant to be enjoyed early while one allowed the more significant Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon’s mature. Yet here we are, thoroughly enjoying this 18 years from vintage. Fruit not only hanging on; dare I say this is still developing? Structure is sound. Drink now through 2030. Very impressive.
Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of a few hours. No formal notes. The 2006 “Amber Knolls Vineyard” blows the mind. Yes, I know, it’s made by Schrader but this humble Lake County designation was meant to be enjoyed early while one allowed the more significant Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon’s mature. Yet here we are, thoroughly enjoying this 18 years from vintage. Fruit not only hanging on; dare I say this is still developing? Structure is sound. Drink now through 2030. Very impressive.
May 29th, 2024
Surprisingly deep ruby/ purple in color with brooding aromas and flavored of plums, black currants, soy sauce, and cigar tobacco; silky textured with fine tannins and a long lasting finish
Surprisingly deep ruby/ purple in color with brooding aromas and flavored of plums, black currants, soy sauce, and cigar tobacco; silky textured with fine tannins and a long lasting finish
May 12th, 2015