December 8, 2022 - Alicia’s parent’s 50th Anniversary dinner
November 21, 2021 - My last Cadence and I'm sorry to see it go. Leather, red fruit and earth. These are fantastic with 10+ years of age. I should really buy some more.
August 7, 2021 - Brilliance.
June 20, 2021 - This wine remains ripe and full-bodied. The cabernet franc gives it a berry quality as well as a more steely or green aspect. These drink beautifully with 10+ years age, not so much when they're young.
October 12, 2020 - Regrettably our last bottle. We have thoroughly enjoyed this over the years.
September 5, 2020 - Decanted 1 hr. In a wonderful spot now, a great union of dark plummy fruit, roses, and unsweetened chocolate while still having a solid backbone and spine. Might go another 5 if well stored. Always a big fan of the Bel Canto.
March 19, 2020 - In 2010 I loved this wine. Tonight I had the last bottle and still love it. Could still go for another 5 years if well cellared.
January 9, 2020 - 14.4% ABV. Brilliant ruby red. Aromas of pine needles, campfire smoke, mocha and violets are readily apparent after some swirling in the glass, increasing in intensity with both time and air exposure. In the mouth, there is medium body, with stong notes of bittersweet chocolate, licorice, dark plum and earth. There is good length and ample tannin on the finish. This is approachable now with some aeration, yet still a bit on the young side. Very good today, but my guess is that this will drink better in a few years’ time. 92.
May 28, 2019 - Deep ruby, large tears. Aromas of cherry, plum and vanilla. Full bodied, low acidity, medium tannins. Chewy cherries, dark chocolate and vanilla in this savory and lenghty finish cab. Seemless balanced. Full bodied. I loved it. Soft and sweet!! NI: 4, FI:22, FC:9, B:4, L:4
April 13, 2019 - Dark Cherries with a long finish. Wonderful