This had just about the perfect amount of age on it. Smoothest mouthfeel I've ever experienced in a cab. Everything was so well-integrated and seamless. The slightly dried red fruit had a perfect patina of vanilla. The tannins started dusty and then just melted to provide a deliciously viscous finish that went on and on...
This had just about the perfect amount of age on it. Smoothest mouthfeel I've ever experienced in a cab. Everything was so well-integrated and seamless. The slightly dried red fruit had a perfect patina of vanilla. The tannins started dusty and then just melted to provide a deliciously viscous finish that went on and on...
Dec 16th, 2017Cloudy red coloration in the glass. Nose is a bit restrained but evolved over time from smoky, little bit spicy red fruit to cocoa powder accented red licorice. The acidity on the palate was amazing for a 30-year-old wine, and beautifully balanced with the tannins. The dried red fruit was accompanied by orange peel secondaries. Great wine.
Cloudy red coloration in the glass. Nose is a bit restrained but evolved over time from smoky, little bit spicy red fruit to cocoa powder accented red licorice. The acidity on the palate was amazing for a 30-year-old wine, and beautifully balanced with the tannins. The dried red fruit was accompanied by orange peel secondaries. Great wine.
Feb 3rd, 2016
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
