4/7/2024 - K3ecklund wrote:

And delicious red Bordeaux blend from Oak Knoll district in Napa. Drinking perfectly right now, but I suspect it will continue to open up over the next couple years. PnP and paired perfectly with a bone-in New York strip! Can’t wait to try it again after some more time in the cellar!

3/4/2017 - K3ecklund wrote:

Well balanced, but definitely needs aeration. Tasted with and without aeration and the flavors definitely were better balanced after. Would recommend cellaring for a couple more years to allow the tannins to soft and or decant for at least one hour.

7/9/2016 - K3ecklund wrote:

If you still have any of this, drink up now. It has it wonderful nose, but is a bit muted on the fruit aspect. Still plenty of depth and tannins.

5/13/2016 - K3ecklund wrote:

Mother's Day 2016 brunch!!

4/16/2016 - K3ecklund wrote:

Nicely balanced!!

2/13/2016 - K3ecklund wrote:

Drinking very nice right now. Gave it one hour do you can't and I had opened it up even more. Probably could sell her for another 2 to 3 years easily.

12/25/2015 - K3ecklund wrote:

Delicious, but agree on cellaring for a few more years to let it develop.

12/22/2015 - K3ecklund wrote:

Delicious, spicy fruit with medium tannins

5/2/2015 - K3ecklund wrote:

In its prime!

5/2/2015 - K3ecklund wrote:

A little young, but very enjoyable.

2/7/2015 - K3ecklund wrote:

40th BIRTHDAY PARTY!!!!

4/7/2014 - K3ecklund wrote:

Fruit bomb, but lacks tannins. Still, very enjoyable!

12/7/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

Great

6/26/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

Delightful fruit, fresh cut grass, and a hint of cedar. Medium finish, can pair with a myriad of food. Very hard to beat at this price!

6/3/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

A garnet colored beauty with nice complexity, balance, and finish. Low to medium tannins balance out the fruit to make a very enjoyable wine that pairs well with many types and styles of food. Highly recommended!

5/1/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

A delicious, well rounded Syrah with wonderful fruit and flowers on the nose, medium tannins, spicy after notes of black pepper. Nice complexity with excellent balance throughout!

3/24/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

Wonderful blend. Dark fruits abound in the nose, followed by a nice smoky, light tobacco flavor with a long velvety finish. Highly recommend this blend!

2/18/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

I would have to disagree with the previous ratings. I found the wine to have a nice complexity with balance between acidity, tannins, dark fruit, and savory flavors of cedar, smoke, leather, and chocolate.

1/30/2013 - K3ecklund wrote:

Good but not great.

12/30/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Delicious smooth, fruity Zin with nice balanced tannins. Excellent!

12/30/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Smooth, balanced with good fruit and oak notes.

12/30/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Excellent balance and complexity.

12/27/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Not as good as previous bottles

12/17/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Delicious pepper and blackberry. Paired very well with filet mignon. Just the right balance of acidity, tannins, and fruit. Will cellar my other bottle for 4-5 years. Great value!

11/23/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Great complexity and balance!

11/18/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Good QPR. Bought on sale for about $16. Well worth it for that price.

9/26/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

I agree with many of the reviews here. Not a typical jammy Zin, a little more like a Syrah. Still, the complexity is good with medium balance, moderate tannins, and some acidity. Some floral, earthy, and red fruit flavors abound. A good value for the money. Don't think I would ever give it 90 points though.

8/18/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Good complexity, nice fruit in the nose. Tannins balance out the earthy tones. Good drinking now and I suspect for another year or two.

6/28/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Nice firm tannins that will soften up with decanting. Flavors of dark fruit on the nose and a little smoke on the finish. Fairly good balance for a Cab of this price.

6/7/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Excellent complexity with a nice long finish. Much better than prior vintages.

6/3/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Past it's prime for sure. No fruit, no tannins, no complexity at all. Hope you don't have any of this vintage left!

5/9/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

NIce balance of fruit (cherry), acidity, and spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. A hint of roses on the nose.

4/29/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Agree with previous note. If you are going to drink this, I highly recommend decanting it first for at least an hour.

3/6/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Lacks some complexity, but good on the nose with hints of chocolate, cherry, licorice, and dark berries. At this point, the tannins have really softened, maybe too much. Probably should have opened it sooner. Even so, not a bad cab.

2/14/2012 - K3ecklund wrote:

Lots of fruit and acidity, but lacks a real complexity that you find in finer pinots. I found myself wanting more after tasting this one....

11/16/2011 - K3ecklund wrote:

Recommend aerating this wine prior to drinking which softens the damp, musky flavors in the nose.

11/4/2011 - K3ecklund wrote:

Well balanced with fruit, spice, and herbal undertones.

10/25/2011 - K3ecklund wrote:

Nicely crafted with hints of blueberry, chocolate, and mild spice.

10/25/2011 - K3ecklund wrote:

Horrible now