Comments on my notes

Red

2017 Robert Keenan Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

2/7/2021 - Glenn228 wrote:

91 points

Deep ruby color. Earthy, oak smoke aromas. Tannic and dry to the finish with clay and black cherry tastes. Got a great price of $25 at Central Market, putting a few bottles away to taste a in a couple years. Could be great.

ppcwino commented:

3/25/21, 10:23 PM - I got the same deal at Central Market. I bought a case as I've always had good experiences with Keenan wines. I might pull one out and decant it for 3 or 4 hours and see how it develops.

Comment

Red

2013 Hall Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

6/29/2017 - spicy1 Likes this wine:

92 points

Was not familiar with this winery. Found the bottle in the "special reserve" section at Bonefish Grill at a fair price ($69) after checking the CT ratings and reviews. Was impressed that this young wine was ready to drink--smooth mouthfull of black cherry with light herb notes. Tannins fully integrated. Wondering how often good wines get lost in the marketing world when they have bland names (and labels) like "Hall"?

ppcwino commented:

7/6/17, 7:05 PM - Right now the 2012 Hall is available at Total Wine in Durham for $43. However the 2013 is significantly better in my opinion. Of the last several vintages I'd rank them in this order: 2008/2013 (I think in a few years time the 2013 will surpass the 2008), 2006, 2010, 2011. I was disappointed in the 2012, 2007, and 2009. I can get the 2013 for $36 locally (in qty of 6). It's a great deal for a pretty damn good wine. If I can forget about it for at least 3-5 years, it'll be even better.

Comment (See all 7 comments)

Red

2013 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

1/1/2017 - KJD45$ Likes this wine:

92 points

Opened for NYE..... Obvious crowd pleaser...lush aromas in the glass
And very fruit forward on the tongue.... It's full of berry bursting out..
It has a sweet profile and lacks the terroir and complexity that I look for in other wines... Would I buy it again... Yes ...I enjoyed it
It's like an attractive blonde....hot at first glance till you realize she's wearing too much makeup

ppcwino commented:

1/11/17, 10:17 AM - "It's like an attractive blonde....hot at first glance till you realize she's wearing too much makeup". This.

I was unable to express this, but this is exactly the right expression to convey how I feel about the recent Caymus cabs. And yet, knowing this, I'm still somewhat drawn to them.

Comment

ppcwino commented:

ppcwino commented:

ppcwino commented:

Search

Report a Problem

(3 comments on 3 notes)

ppcwino commented:

ppcwino commented:

ppcwino commented:

Search

Report a Problem

Your report has been submitted!