2/28/2021 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Just exceptional, still singin’ along after 13+ years.

12/21/2020 - 95Retriever wrote:

Hasn’t held up particularly well, past its prime.

10/24/2020 - 95Retriever Does not like this wine:

Just terrible, Laube got this one right on release.

2/25/2018 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Sensational, I don’t think it’s peaking.

1/20/2018 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Amazing how well this wine has held up, exceptional tonight.

12/24/2016 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Drinking exceptionally well right now.

4/9/2016 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Solid effort tonight

12/12/2015 - 95Retriever wrote:

Still drinking very well, exceptional.

2/23/2014 - 95Retriever Likes this wine:

Solid effort but not meant for the long haul.

4/27/2013 - 95Retriever wrote:

Amazing flavors of plum, blackberry and herb, perfect balance. Nicely done.

4/20/2013 - 95Retriever wrote:

Corked

11/18/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Fantastic, such a a great qpr. Previous ratings sell this wine short. A great pickup if you can find it.

11/4/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Wow, such a great bottle of wine.

5/13/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Full bodied with currant and blackberry fruit, no oak. Tannins are nicely integrated, best Chappellet since 2006. This one might score mixed reviews, definitely not for everyone.

5/12/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

This one is done. Still shows the peach and grapefruit notes but the acidity is gone. Still a decent bottle but no where close to its 2009 release.

4/19/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Should have waited, very nice effort but tannins need a little mellowing. A big cabernet with great structure. Clearly built for the long haul. Great pickup at this price point. Leave it alone for a while.

4/6/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

The 2006 from Truchard was always one of my favorites but it seems to be fading quickly so drink up!

3/23/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Nice mix of pineapple and pear but it tails off quickly on the finish. Definitely not full-bodied but still a nice effort. Probably could do better at this price point. I don't pickup the oak mentioned by Nutty08.

2/4/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

A bit disappointing. Ordered the 2004 but was presented with the 2005 and decided to give it a shot. Wonderful aromas of plum, blackberry and cedar don't make it to the palate. The little flavor that made it seemed to vanish in an instant. Not sure what' s going on with this one but don't think time will help. Decanted about 1 hour. Paired with herb seared filet of lamb with chevre flan.

2/4/2012 - 95Retriever wrote:

Very nice effort. Flavors of plum, cherry & blackberry and just a hint of oak. Nice long finish where the flavors persist & the supple tannins seal the deal. Wine showed extremely well vs the disappointing 2005 Affinity. Plenty of life left here but no sense waiting.