July 8, 2022 - Solid, rock star, long finish. Drink/hold for 2-5 years.
December 25, 2021 - I love holding these big California Pinots back as they seem to get better and better with some aging. This was the last of my ‘08 SC and wish I had more. The wine has softened with time. Dusty red fruits with cherry/raspberry in mid palate. Everything is synched to provide enjoyment from first taste to long, smooth finish. Lots of gas in the tank for this one.
September 28, 2021 - last bottle. Still alive and well.
June 5, 2021 - Took to the Wolf in Oakland with friends who had never had a KB.
Opened not decanted. Surprisingly fresh and has several years to go. Light cherry on opening. Morphs into more complex layers of light to darker cherry with also a "down" flavor note. Ends with a orange juice finish with some heat. Very Good.
May 16, 2020 - Beautiful floral, tea, vanilla nose. Balanced fruit and acidity
November 15, 2019 - Bottle killed. Cherry focused. Consistent notes
November 10, 2019 - This has really calmed down, integrated, mellowed out and drinks very well now. Not a fruit bomb at this stage.
November 10, 2019 - Delicious. Love how this has aged. Less over the top and more elegant dark raspberry and earth. Beautiful
October 27, 2019 - Still going strong. Deep red, purple hints. Ripe cherry, a bit macerated perhaps, some spiciness and forest floor. Tannins integrated but retains liveliness.
Drink now or over next couple of years.
October 26, 2019 - For my preference, some age really does these wines a favor. Still full bodied but balanced, fruity, and delicious. Fair amount of alcohol is noticeable in the long finish.