7/20/2019 - fabwine wrote:

Aging well

3/30/2019 - fabwine wrote:

Pretty typical expression of CA Chardonnay with a fair bit of oak on the pallet. Green apple on the nose, well balanced with not mich acidity. Nothing close to the quality of the Pinots and I probably wouldn't buy again for the price. A decent wine but I had higher expectations.

12/26/2018 - fabwine wrote:

A very nice wine at this price point. Deep yellow, hay-like color. Green apple and pear jump out for me. Wine had held up well and can easily sit a few more years. Only criticism is there is a bit too much butter/oak for my taste. But overall it is well balanced, has a long finish, and is a great value.

12/25/2018 - fabwine wrote:

Decanted for 5 hours and wine really opened up. Light in color but packs a good punch. Tobacco and sweet dark fruits throughout and some tannin on the finish. Well balanced, but a bit ripe.

5/17/2018 - fabwine wrote:

Earthy, well balanced, fine tannins. Well done.

9/4/2017 - fabwine wrote:

Terrific wine that can last for several more years. Deep purple colors, full flavor profile, and great tannins.

9/4/2017 - fabwine wrote:

An easy drinking version of a napa cab. Nothing wrong but nothing much to remember either.

9/4/2017 - fabwine wrote:

Wine has mellowed quite a bit over the years and is a shadow of what it was a few years ago. I think this is at, or a bit past, its pique now.

9/4/2017 - fabwine wrote:

Very fruit forward with not much behind it. Perhaps too young, but this was disappointing.

4/29/2017 - fabwine wrote:

Rich yellow coloring and hay-like appearance. Fresh fruit flavors of pears and lemon. Good acidity. A bit too oaked for my taste; it overpowers the delicate flavorings of this wine.

2/5/2017 - fabwine wrote:

A fine wine, not objectionable, but unfortunately it is forgettable. Dark in color, smooth finish, but little tannin. Not objectionable in the slightest, but much softer than a typical CA Cab.

2/5/2017 - fabwine wrote:

Not a typical west coast pinot. Reminds of old world with earth and mineral tones. Finish a bit dry.

12/28/2016 - fabwine wrote:

A very nice wine particularly for this price point. Well balanced expression of Napa cab. Odor of dark fruit and pencil eraser (?) On the nose with a dark color. Good structure and decent tannin.

11/5/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Nice wine; arguably too much butter flavor but not surprising from a napa chardonnay. Well balanced

10/1/2016 - fabwine wrote:

It's alright, certainly nothing special. A good Tuesday night Pinot but not an occasion wine. Decent acidity and light fruit, but the balance is a touch off.

9/5/2016 - fabwine wrote:

The wine finished strong with lots of tannins. Unfortunately the strong finish doesn't match the beginning, which generally is lacking. I found it to be unbalanced and lacking structure.

8/20/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Very nice wine at an affordable price. Very light in color, green apple, peach and even a bit of caramel. Has a complete finish.

8/13/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Light yellow in color. Earthy and a little butter/oak on the palate. Long finish.

7/30/2016 - fabwine wrote:

A bigger Pinot than expected. Darker fruit flavors and relarively rich tannins (for a Pinot) make this very unique. Well balanced and structured. Tasted some old world earthy elements as well.

6/28/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Light in color with a hint of green. A bit of oak but unfortunately not much fruit on the palate. There is a bitterness that I can't identify. Not Decoy's best. Nothing memorable here.

6/25/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Dark color and fruit forward. Full hints of jam and black fruits initially but the finish falls flat. Mild tannins that opened up further as the wine aired out. Nothing special here but a great everyday Cab.

6/10/2016 - fabwine wrote:

This wine doesn't have much to offer besides an overly manipulated chardonnay grape. Unbalanced.

5/29/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Somehow there doesn't seem to be any fruit underlying this wine. Does have strength in tannins but that's about it. Generally forgettable.

5/28/2016 - fabwine wrote:

An excellent chardonnay, particularly for the price point. Well balanced with dmall, yet not overpowering, hints of oak and butter. Nice structure throughout

5/22/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Light and crisp. A nice balance of sweetness and dryness.

5/20/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Subtle dark fruits and hints of gravel on the nose. Generally well balanced with moderate tannins on the finish.

5/14/2016 - fabwine wrote:

I didn't enjoy this wine as much as the other reviewers. It tasted a bit out of balance and the acidity overwhelmed the finish. Not a bad wine but I was disappointed.

4/2/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Hints of wet slate and dark fruit on the nose. Old word style, not traditional Napa. Dry and tannins on the finish. A very solid wine but i expected more.

3/25/2016 - fabwine wrote:

A heck of a pinot for the price. Not typical California pinot, reminds me more of the old world with lots of earthy notes. Robust fruit, a hint of pepper, some cherry. Light tannins and not too much acid. Light in color. Really interesting.

2/15/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Not a particularly good wine. An odd nose with a tart mid palate. Light in character for a California Cab even at the inexpensive price point. I think there are better wines at the price point.

1/24/2016 - fabwine wrote:

Lots of fruit up front but there is little follow through to the finish.

12/24/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Very nice. Strawberry and cherry on the nose. Extremely well balanced with just the right mix of acid and tannins. Well done.

12/24/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Dark color with plum, blackberry and chocolate on the nose. Well balanced and good tannins. Not as spectacular as I hoped but a solid wine.

12/20/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Not a bad Pinot but certainly not spectacular. Light fruits but a bit too much acid for me. A little sour note initially but that mellowed out as it breathed.

11/15/2015 - fabwine wrote:

A light yet delightful Pinot. Rich in light fruits and rather well balanced throughout. Will likely be better in a couple of years but doesn't disappoint today.

11/15/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Modest body and basis tannin. Dark fruits. Not particularly robust for a cab.

11/7/2015 - fabwine wrote:

A very solid Zin for the price point. You can pick up the terroir in the noise as well as a healthy dose of black pepper. Dark fruits (plum) and a spicy finish. Well balanced.

10/31/2015 - fabwine wrote:

A decent Zin for the price point. Dark fruits, a little spicy, and modest tannin on the finish. Not particularly complex.

10/17/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Dark cherry and plum. Strong tannins; a bit unbalanced. A good wine for the price point.

10/3/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Earthy and some pepper on the nose. Not too bold for a napa cab...I was expecting more. Decently well balanced though and contains some nice acid and tannins. Deep red fruits. Not a bad wine, but there is better at this price point.

9/5/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Light red fruits on the nose. Finish is smooth and sweet.

9/3/2015 - fabwine wrote:

Hints of raspberry and strawberry. Acidity levels overwhelm the finish.

9/5/2011 - fabwine wrote:

Lots of fruit all around. Starts out with some acid but that balances out after it opens up. Solid all around.

6/1/2010 - fabwine wrote:

Sweet and smooth. Good value for the money.