Winery Tour and Tasting: Spring Mountain Estate
Spring Mountain, CA
Tasted Wednesday, October 13, 2004 by 97mjr with 987 views
Introduction
A walking tour of the Miravalle Estate, the setting for the TV series Falcon Crest, included wine caves, vineyards, gardens, and winemaking facility. Tour included 8 people, beginning at 10AM. Must make a reservation in advance; lasted approximately 1½ hours. The $25 per person fee is applicable to wine purchases.
Flight 1 (5 Notes)
Tour ended with a tour of the Victorian Mansion and a sampling of 4 wines--included bonus 5th tasting. At 8:30am each day prior to the tasting, the wine are opened for tasting at ~11am.
Closing
One of the best tours in Napa. Be sure to call in advance.
2002 Spring Mountain Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
Citrus, butter; nice light; bought 3 bottles.
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2001 Spring Mountain Vineyard Napa Valley Red Wine
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
Soft tannins, minerality. Drinking surprisingly well now, but will benefit from time.
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2001 Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
big dark fruit, long tannic finish. will benefit from time.
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2001 Spring Mountain Vineyard Syrah
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
Medium body, bright fruit, licorice. Fun wine.
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1999 Spring Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
USA, California, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District
licorice, spicy, chocolate. preferred the 2001 Ellivette
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