A visit to Luna (Napa)

Tasted Thursday, November 11, 2010 by Loren Sonkin with 436 views

Introduction

While in Napa, I stopped by their tasting room. I believe these wiens are tasting room only wines. Most were very good to outstanding although value may be an issue.

Flight 1 (6 Notes)

  • 2006 Luna Vineyards Sangiovese Riserva 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    Raspberries and earthiness on the nose. Light ruby in color. Lots of raspberries on the palate. I would never guess this to be sangiovese. Its very smooth, slightly yeasty and very nice. Quite easy to drink. At $50, I passed though.

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  • 2005 Luna Vineyards Merlot Howell Mountain 84 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley, Howell Mountain

    Tart cherries on the nose. This is thin cherry juice. OK to drink but nothing special. $75 should be better.

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  • 2006 Luna Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 91 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    This was quite good. The nose is a bit innocuous and tart red berries, but I bet some air would help. The palate was layered and complex with cassis and tree bark. A long finish and nice texture.

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  • 2007 Luna Vineyards Petite Sirah Suisun Valley 90 Points

    USA, California, North Coast, Suisun Valley

    Another excellent wine. Purple/ruby in color. The nose is dusty with graphite and black raspberries. Silky, but slightly thin texture. Lots of tannins though. Black raspberries and blue berries on the palate. Nice acidity.

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  • 2007 Luna Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon North Fork 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    A very good wine but not worth the $110 price of admission. Ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose is dusty with cassis. Soft with some complexity. It starts great but then fades away. Clipped, thin finish. Its very accessible.

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  • 2007 Luna Vineyards Red Wine 90 Points

    USA, California, Napa Valley

    This was the best value of the bunch. $40 for an excellent Cab/Merlot blend. Dusty cherries on the nose. Silky texture. Smooth cherries on the palate. Long, slightly minty finish.

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