Tulocay
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley, California, USA
Popped and poured. This bottle didn't need any time to breath; it was ready for action the moment the cork was pulled. I found it to have a rather remarkable nose. The most striking characteristic would have to be the amount of espresso. I mean...it smelled like someone pulled a fresh shot into my glass. I've never encountered such a strong coffee note and everyone agreed. It was actually quite charming as it differentiated itself from your typical Napa CS experience. There was more there too, of course; currants and some thyme. On the palate, there was more than a decent amount of dark fruit with some leather and forest floor also peeking through. Tannin has softened from earlier bottles. Acid enough to keep this alive in the cellar until it's 20th birthday. Unfortunately, this was my last bottle of several that I had and now looking back at my previous notes...I was wanting to hold this a lot longer than I did! Oh well, it further reinforces that this has the stuffing to last. This was the best showing yet. Drink now or Hold.
Popped and poured. This bottle didn't need any time to breath; it was ready for action the moment the cork was pulled. I found it to have a rather remarkable nose. The most striking characteristic would have to be the amount of espresso. I mean...it smelled like someone pulled a fresh shot into my glass. I've never encountered such a strong coffee note and everyone agreed. It was actually quite charming as it differentiated itself from your typical Napa CS experience. There was more there too, of course; currants and some thyme. On the palate, there was more than a decent amount of dark fruit with some leather and forest floor also peeking through. Tannin has softened from earlier bottles. Acid enough to keep this alive in the cellar until it's 20th birthday. Unfortunately, this was my last bottle of several that I had and now looking back at my previous notes...I was wanting to hold this a lot longer than I did! Oh well, it further reinforces that this has the stuffing to last. This was the best showing yet. Drink now or Hold.
Apr 5th, 2017This is true, classic California Cab Sauv. Lots of fresh, crunchy red berries, black currants, tobacco. Tannins are not quite resolved and there is a stiff acidic backbone that really brings a nice zip to the finish. Deft balance. Will easily bring pleasure for years to come.
This is true, classic California Cab Sauv. Lots of fresh, crunchy red berries, black currants, tobacco. Tannins are not quite resolved and there is a stiff acidic backbone that really brings a nice zip to the finish. Deft balance. Will easily bring pleasure for years to come.
Sep 12th, 2015
$30.00, MUCH better after 5+ years of lay-down!
$30.00, MUCH better after 5+ years of lay-down!
Mar 10th, 2013
