Smooth, easy drinking wine of many varietals. Nose initially dominated by oak on day one has given way on day two to dark red berries. Not terribly complex. Warm, short finish. Hard to recommend. Beautiful winery though; a must see when visiting Napa.
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Ruby red color with lightening at the rim. Blackberries, cherries, a bit of licorice, and some minerality on the nose. Medium body with soft, ripe tannins and good acidity. Cherries and berries on the palate with a bit of spicy oak. Decent length on the finish with a bit of a vegetal element arriving late. Not as overtly fruity as it was a year or two ago, but still very drinkable and enjoyable. Probably wouldn't plan on keeping more then another year at the most.
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Past its prime, but still very good. This one needs time to open up. I strongly suggest a decant. Its a little thick and flabby, but the fruit is solid and the finish is way above average. Blueberry-cherry compote with a touch of vanilla extract. Oak is evident but supports the fruit harmoniously.
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2/20/2011 - Sauvyfan wrote: 86 Points
Smooth, easy drinking wine of many varietals. Nose initially dominated by oak on day one has given way on day two to dark red berries. Not terribly complex. Warm, short finish. Hard to recommend. Beautiful winery though; a must see when visiting Napa.
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9/22/2010 - cbbrown3 wrote: 87 Points
Ruby red color with lightening at the rim. Blackberries, cherries, a bit of licorice, and some minerality on the nose. Medium body with soft, ripe tannins and good acidity. Cherries and berries on the palate with a bit of spicy oak. Decent length on the finish with a bit of a vegetal element arriving late. Not as overtly fruity as it was a year or two ago, but still very drinkable and enjoyable. Probably wouldn't plan on keeping more then another year at the most.
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8/13/2010 - L_McNichol wrote: 91 Points
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7/9/2010 - Sauvyfan Likes this wine: 88 Points
Past its prime, but still very good. This one needs time to open up. I strongly suggest a decant. Its a little thick and flabby, but the fruit is solid and the finish is way above average. Blueberry-cherry compote with a touch of vanilla extract. Oak is evident but supports the fruit harmoniously.
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3/29/2010 - jrglm wrote: 88 Points
Tasty juice. Earth and red fruit. Interesting combo, Tempranillo and Syrah.
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