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2019 Double Diamond (Schrader) Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville

11/25/2022 - BigBoy_Sonoma wrote:

85 points

The approach to this wine, was decanted 2 hours and still felt young. The second attempt the bottle was decanted for 6+ hours, and it could have gone longer.

The vanilla overwhelms the wine, while it has some great fruit notes of blackberries and currants, with some cassis and spice, the vanilla just crushes most of the mid palate and finish. There are some hints of chocolate. It’s not the artificial Caymus vanilla, much more natural. The wine reminds me of a vanilla and chocolate swirl cone dipped in sour blackberry jam. Some people will like that, it’s not for me. I’m hoping with age because of the youth some of the vanilla will subside, and it will mature into something better.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/9/22, 3:49 AM - I too think this wins needs more time. It certainly has the stuffing (tannin and acid wise) to last. I say give it 3+ years for balance. I recently had Dana Estates Vaso 2016, also an entry level wine made from grapes of young vines. Lots of life left.

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2019 Saxum G2 Vineyard Paso Robles Willow Creek District Red Rhone Blend

10/27/2022 - csimm1161 wrote:

Ok, I gotta call it like I see it. This was HOT HOT HOT. A Grenache cocktail if there ever was one. No, we didn't decant (so I'll take the hit on that for less-than optimal service). But oh lordy was this thing boozy. The brashness of the Stolichnaya-esque entry was enough to stomp on the fruit for practically all of the execution. The initial sip started to give some red berry flavors, but within the next millisecond of consumption, it was all about rave pacifiers and glow sticks. The 15.9% listed ABV felt more like 80 proof. I mean, I love all these stellar CT reviews on this rookie rager, but either my palate was having a delicate snowflake day, or this is just way too Charlie Sheen for my killjoy tastes.

I'm down for an occasional Paso Paris Hilton experience and all, and I still covet my SQN stash, but the delivery here is far too gangster for even me. Not rating, cuz I'd rather not have the CT community completely unleash holy hell on me for skewing the community numeric here.

Best advice, hold until...geeez, I dunno... when Pitbulls actually become domesticated.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

11/2/22, 1:30 AM - Fun read. Thanks! Lived in the States a while back (Bmore) and had myself a 07 broken stones. Won me over, but my later experiences don’t bring me back. I have a G2 19 in the cellar (cabinet really). Will leave it be. Haha
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11/2/22, 3:12 AM - Not that I mind getting overwhelmed at times.

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2016 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia Red Bordeaux Blend

12/18/2021 - Fredde17 Likes this wine:

100 points

Absolutely fabulous! I had bought this in a restaurant 6 month prior to drinking. When we had it I asked for it to be opened 4h before. Nose: dark rich opulent fruit, some cassis (more red), violet, liquorice, dried plum, apricot and some fig. Mouth: very long sweet tannins and silky smooth. Dry (still young and therefore a bit astringent). Loved it!

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/26/21, 11:26 AM - Great 1st note. :)

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2013 Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon Estate St. Helena

10/16/2020 - beersandvinesbythecreek Likes this wine:

95 points

Amazing stuff. Decanted for 5 hours. Gorgeous dark purple color. Beautiful nose with tons of fruit. Tight on the palate but nice earthy notes, some cherry cola and dark fruit. This definitely needs more time to come together and I will need to patient with my other bottle.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

10/17/20, 9:31 AM - You and me both. Will wait on my other bottle. But I enjoyed it all the same. And don’t regret popping it.

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2016 Colgin IX Estate Napa Valley Red Bordeaux Blend

1/5/2020 - Artbreadman wrote:

93 points

I agree with the prior comments. It’s young but I don’t see the potential to rate more than 94. It doesn’t stand out at all. Quite smooth but lacked depth and long finish. Maybe a bit closed? I’m waiting 3 years before opening another.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

1/10/20, 2:01 AM - I don’t have much experience with Colgin. But had the 2010 IX shortly after release. I had the same impression then. Yet I remeber feeling this will be magnificent with some bottle age. I think that is what Tauziet is aiming for. I sure hope the 2016 IX will come around. Got two.

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2013 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford

3/16/2019 - Niagara wrote:

99 points

How does this continue to get even better? It is pure joy in a bottle, the smell and taste of the best days of your life.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

3/17/19, 10:45 AM - Great comment. I take it I should let my bottles lay. At the same time, you make me want to bring it always.

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2008 Hundred Acre Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon The Ark Vineyard Napa Valley

12/29/2018 - peterk Likes this wine:

94 points

This is in a really nice place right now. Great rich, intense Howell Mountain fruit. Served it casually to family and friends alongside a 2006 Alban Reva. Every body tasted and perked right up!

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/31/18, 4:18 AM - Thanks! I plan to pop a bottle tonight. Should a be on the watch for something? Or how come it didn’t merit a higher score?
richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/31/18, 4:23 PM - Works for me. I’d take your comment over any score. Exactly what feeling you want the wine your serving to elicit. Our guests enjoyed it too. Happy new year!

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2016 Paul Cluver Chardonnay Seven flags Elgin

7/14/2018 - David J Cooper wrote:

I am not going to rate this wine as my low rating would be controversial considering the praise this wine has received here.

This wine to me was shockingly out of balance, the nose was ruined by the level of smoky oak. There may be something behind all the oak that I couldn't notice.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

7/15/18, 12:00 AM - I’ve had this multiple times over the past 12 months and temp now seems to be critical; it’s best right out of the cabinet (12-14°C). I don’t mind some smoky oak, but there’s been a lack of structure and complexity as of late. The wine seems subdued compared to a year ago.

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2007 Staglin Family Cabernet Sauvignon 25th Anniversary Selection Rutherford

7/4/2017 - Hamersly wrote:

97 points

A truly spectacular Cab, clearly California but nuanced and balanced. No fading at all, this has many years if not decades to go.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

5/14/18, 10:32 AM - Couldn’t agree more. A spectacular wine.

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2013 Lillian Winery Syrah Gold Series No. 3 California

11/25/2017 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy Likes this wine:

92 points

Opaque. Dark fruits on the nose. Add vanilla, licorice and black pepper on the palate. I like this vintage better than the inaugural gold series one, but if that wasn't rich enough, 2013 is perhaps a bit too extracted. When Maggie strikes the perfect balance, these wines will really stand out.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/1/17, 12:41 PM - Gave a 2nd bottle more time in the decanter (ca 2 hrs) and that really made a difference. Revealed more structure and varietal. 94+ points.

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2013 K Vintners Syrah Royal City Washington

4/28/2017 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy wrote:

91 points

Sweet spices on the nose. Licorice dipped in vanilla on the palate. No sense of varietal. Reminds me of The Klein 12. (Thus, a very good wine still.) What happened? This is nothing like previous vintages.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

5/6/17, 8:27 AM - I gave a 2nd bottle more time in the decanter (2+ hrs). Better. Still nothing like the 12 though. Good even after a couple of days in the fridge. Maybe hold off for a year or two?

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2013 Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

12/29/2016 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy Likes this wine:

92 points

Napa 101. To calibrate your palate with. TEXASBOB nailed it. Great value. Our red for New Year's Eve. Cheers!

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

12/31/16, 4:42 PM - Not shallow anywhere. Gorgeous throughout.

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2012 K Vintners Klein Walla Walla Valley Red Bordeaux Blend

11/13/2016 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy Likes this wine:

94 points

Beautiful. Dark, dark ruby. Sweet spices on the nose. Add blueberries on the palate. A stunner. Mrs Witasp Henriksson says it's an 8 (10 is max), but admits it's wines like this that have ruined red wine by the glass for her.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

11/19/16, 9:05 AM - There's structure inherent to the dominating varietal here as well. Other dark fruits, licorice and black pepper. Wine of the year for me.

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2012 Nicolas Joly Clos de la Coulée de Serrant Savennières-Coulée de Serrant Chenin Blanc

1/16/2016 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy Likes this wine:

92 points

Golden. Smack on the nose aromatic. Slightly oxidized. Pear, minerals and honey. Longevity? Not sure as it's already showing signs of maturity. Judging from the Les Vieux Clos 13, public perception of this producer is about to change.

richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy commented:

1/17/16, 1:17 AM - My understanding is Joly used to make age-worthy wines that were austere in their youth. I've really only tired the last couple of vintages (2011-), but my impression is that he's progressing "fast" towards natural wines. In fact, I perceived the Les Vieux Clos 13 as oxidized and dead upon release. The bottle of Coulée de Serrant 12 I had yesterday was good, but much less lively and mineral-driven than the one I had last summer. Could be it's entering a muted state and will come around, but my gut says it's past zenith already. In sum, Joly's "quick" move across the Loire valley chenin blanc spectra is not a preferred development IMO.

All the best,

Richard

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2010 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir La Bauge Au-dessus Santa Maria Valley

4/27/2015 - richard.henriksson@folkhalsomy Likes this wine:

91 points

Ruby. Crisp and savory with hints of Coke and pomegranate seeds. Pair with a salad, galette or white meat. Not that you can't drink it on it's own, I do. It's just that it will make great company.

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4/29/15, 12:09 AM - Pop and pour.

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