2/11/2008 - millerfamily wrote:

The last bottle I had almost a year ago was not enjoyable. The wine now, though, is beginning to round into form. Some rich dark fruits are beginning to show and the tannins are smoothing out. Still not on par with the 2003 and 2004, but definitely gaining on them.

1/20/2008 - millerfamily wrote:

Great wine. Wasn't showing too much beyond a nice cherry taste, but with this time it is going to be really good.

11/11/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

This was enjoyable, but there is no way I would have ever guessed it was a Pinot. It had absolutlely no varietal characteristics, and would have more easily passed for a cabernet or a syrah.

9/14/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Very nice bottle and a good first effort. The nose had a strong smell of sweet tobacco and coffee. The mouth was a bit more oaky with a slight hint of cherry. Looking forward to seeing how this one develops.

6/11/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

When I heard others describe this is a finesse wine I mistakenly believed that this wasn’t going to be a clearly Napa wine. Upon first smell and first taste I immediately realized I was mistaken in interpreting finesse in that manner. Make no mistake about it, this is clearly a California wine, but I clearly understand what people mean by finesse especially when compared to many of my other favorite California wines. On the nose there was a very creamy cherry smell intermixed with oak. On the palate I got dark cherries, light pepper and cassis. Although clearly tannic and youthful, the wine is definitely well-balanced and full of finesse as everyone else has said. Due to the clear youthful nature of the wine I wouldn’t say I committed infanticide and am glad I tried a bottle, but I won’t be touching either of my two remaining bottles for at least 2 if not 3 years.

5/14/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Very nice sangiovese. Backs up my opinion that Temecula is situated to produce some wonderful tuscan varietals.

5/3/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable wine. Had a nice acid kick to go with the sweetness. Is the most sauternes like of any California desert wine I have had.

4/14/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Very nice. Well balanced, good acid. Nice palate of cherries with some white pepper.

4/7/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Drinking very nicely. Let it decant for about 1.5 hours, and was rewarded with beautiful black cherry. Still a lot of sharp tannins, so plan on wating a few years before opening another.

4/4/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Am a huge fan of the foley wines, and especially the charbono. It was out of balance, and just wasn't getting the bright fruits I have gotten in past vintages. I hope it comes together with time as I have 4 more.

2/24/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable bottle. Not the depth of previous vintages, but a wine I am happy bought.

2/24/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable bottle. Reminded me of why I buy Turley.

2/22/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Not very good right now. I am planning on saving the rest for a few years in the hope something comes of it, but not sure if it has the fruit to hold up. A huge dissapointment.

2/13/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

wasn't impressed. My guest best described it as grape infused apples. Not exactly what I am looking for in a wine.

2/11/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Great wine. Was drinking well now, but definitely needs some time for the tannins to blow off.

1/26/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Great bottle. Was enjoyable after 5 hours of air, and even better two days later. Definitely think will get much better with more storage time.

1/25/2007 - millerfamily wrote:

Very nice Syrah for the price. White pepper and cherries.

12/30/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Possibly best brunello I have had. Very earthy nose but a very fruity flavor. Going to buy more 99 brunellos before they can't be found anymore

12/30/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Unbelievable Pinot. Incredible spice. It just got better over the three hour dinner, which makes me believe I probably should have waited much longer before opening.

12/29/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Awesome wine. Perfect example of why I felll in love with turley wines

12/12/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable. Better than when I tried it 5 months ago. Still a bigger fan of the McCrea and Vinehill

12/8/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable, definitely needs some time though.

12/7/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Didn't drink myself so can't describe. All I can say is that those who drank it called me up the next day to rave about it.

10/18/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

A good, but not great bottle. Given the price point, I will probably buy the 2004 to give it a shot.

10/18/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyable, but for the price point, $40-$50, I would rather spend the extra $10-$20 and have a bottle of the Shafer port.

10/4/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Good wine, but definitely needs more time. At first was fairly tannic, closed and almost chalky, but after an hour and a half it really started to open up and even out.

9/21/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

A bit sweeter than most ports, but I definitely enjoyed it and think it is a good wine for its price range.

8/22/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Last time I had this it was much better. Makes me wonder if it was an off bottle or if I merely let it sit too long before drinking

8/22/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Very good. At first was a bit closed, but once it sat for 20 minutes it was a bottle well worth it.

8/20/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

I enjoyed this bottle. I highly recommend it.

8/5/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

This bottle was unbelievable. My favorite 2003 CA Cab I have had, and definitely my favorite new winery.

8/5/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Enjoyed it a lot. Have been impressed lately with this wineries offerings.

7/28/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Really nice bottle, enjoyed it a lot. Weirdly, last time I tried it I did not. Wonder if the last one was merely corked, or if this is just an inconsistent wine.

7/26/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Extremely dissapointing bottle.

7/26/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Unreal bottle. Loved it.

7/26/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

An amazing wine.

6/3/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Very nice and easy going bottle. Makes me interested in trying some other charbonos.

6/3/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Awesome. Just love it. Given how well this one aged, this is definitely a port I am going to continue to buy

6/3/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Awesome. Definitely buying more

5/5/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Easily my favorite zinfandel. I have a lot of good zinfandels, but there is none that I enjoy drinking more than this one. I only wish I had a case more.

4/23/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Very enjoyable wine. Had intense tannins that gripped my mouth beyond belief. With more age this is going to get even better.

4/17/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

A nice drink late at night. Was a definite crowd pleaser. For its price I don't think there is much better.

4/16/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Unbelievable wine. It was definitely young and needs some time, but the frutis were clearly showing off next to the tannins. Can't wait tot ry this with a few more years of age.

4/16/2006 - millerfamily wrote:

Had it at a friends house around a month or two ago. It was definitely a hit. This time around there was really nothing to it but a strong sense of alcohol. Not sure whether the wine is done, or it was a bad bottle. I hope the latter because I have one left.