| Wine Type | Vintage Name Variety Locale | Date Posted Score Helpful Comments More... |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
1998 Simi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Alexander Valleymore |
12/20/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 93 pointsThis wine took a long time to develop. Rating may be influenced by low expectations, i.e., "it can't be good, it is a volume producer and its a '98". And every time find a rich, California Cab. With some decanting, very smooth on the mouth. Smoky overtones over black cherry, black berry and a hint of oak. |
| Red |
2005 Hourglass Cabernet SauvignonNapa Valley more |
12/24/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 91 pointsStill young. Aired for over 2 hours. Not developing like other vintages. |
| Red |
2003 BOND VecinaNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
11/29/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 92 pointsSharp and hot upon opening. Much better after 2 hours decanted. Still not sure what this wine wants to be. |
| White |
2007 Dr. Konstantin Frank RkatsiteliFinger Lakes more |
11/26/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 87 pointsPerfect with a turkey. |
| Red |
2004 Panza ClaretNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
10/29/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 93 pointsDeveloping nicely |
| Red |
2002 Vineyard 29 Cabernet Sauvignon Aida EstateSt. Helena more |
5/5/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 94 pointsThis vintage will never stand up to the 2001 Aida Red, but it is getting better with age. Blackberries very pronounced, undertones of cassis. Don't expect a Napa Cab experience -- this wine is more akin to an old world wine with subtle tastes. Air at least an hour before drinking. |
| Red |
2001 Opus OneNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
3/31/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 96 pointsThis wine is about as perfect as a California Cabernet can be. |
| Red |
2004 Luna Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ReserveNapa Valley more |
1/31/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 93 pointsDark, deep maroon in color. Very full on the palate. Plum, chocolate, a little raspberry edge. This wine good with Rib Eye. Will get better with more age but I couldn't resist testing it now. Glad I did! |
| White - Sweet/Dessert |
2005 Honig Sauvignon Blanc Late Harvest Rutherfordmore |
1/16/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 88 pointsHoney, citrus, peach. Perfect dessert wine with apple crisp and vanilla ice cream. |
| Red |
2004 David Bruce Pinot Noir Central Coastmore |
1/16/2009 - Newplace31 wrote: 89 pointsThis wine is drinking amazingly well. Soft tannins. Perfect with steaks this evening. |
| Red |
1999 Jordan Vineyard & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Countymore |
12/24/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 75 pointsThis wine fails to generate any character. Somewhat bland, despite being decanted. Fruit weak somewhat tarry after taste. Would be a good buy at $10. |
| Red |
2000 Vineyard 29 Cabernet Sauvignon EstateSt. Helena more |
12/20/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 89 pointsIf you have some in cellar, drink now. Sense is that it is starting to peak. The fruit was muted and not as big as before. Still a very good wine but later vintages are superior. |
| Red |
2005 Vineyard 29 Cabernet Sauvignon Aida EstateSt. Helena more |
12/20/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 93 pointsThis wine is great right now. Mild spice and fruit. Sampled from a large format bottle. Had a 2000 of the same wine and the 2005 a better wine right now. December 20, 2008 |
| Red |
2004 David Bruce Pinot Noir Central Coastmore |
11/1/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 87 pointsNice fruity Pinot. Perfect with Salmon and Chicken Parmesan. |
| Red |
2004 Vineyard 29 Cabernet Franc 29 EstateSt. Helena more |
9/27/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 93 pointsWonderfully balanced Cab Franc. The Vineyard 29 fruit and care in selection is among the best. |
| Red |
2004 Fleury Estate Winery Cabernet Franc Old Wagon VineyardRutherford more |
9/27/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 90 pointsN |
| Red |
1998 Simi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Alexander Valleymore |
9/13/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 89 pointsRuby in color, light cherry. This wine seems to get a little better with each 6 months or so of storage. Very nice balance. |
| Red |
2002 Quixote Petite SirahStags Leap District more |
9/13/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 92 pointsEarthy, leather. Interesting that the men at tasting universally liked this wine and the women nearly universally did not enjoy it at all. |
| Red |
2002 Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards ÉlogeNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
9/1/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 96 pointsJust keeps getting better. Ripe cherry, a little smoky, aromatic fruits. |
| Red |
1994 Raymond Cabernet Sauvignon EstatesNapa Valley more |
9/1/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 96 pointsSoft tannins. Fruit held up well. |
| Red |
2003 Staglin Family Cabernet Sauvignon EstateRutherford more |
8/10/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 94 pointsFruit is great on this. . . |
| Red |
2000 Ravenswood Zinfandel CookeSonoma Valley more |
7/4/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 88 pointsThis wine has held up nicely. Black berries, a little hot but a nice wine. |
| White |
2006 Aquinas ChardonnayNapa Valley more |
7/6/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 65 pointsWeak in every respect. |
| Red |
2003 QuintessaRutherford Red Bordeaux Blend more |
6/12/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 94 pointsAnother gem from Quintessa. |
| Red |
2002 BOND MatriarchNapa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend more |
6/9/2008 - Newplace31 wrote: 92 pointsIt is essential to air this wine at least an hour before serving. Berries beneath light vanilla. This wine is a favorite with lamb chops. |
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