November 20, 2018 - I had a well-stored bottle; no decanting. Tannins are soft, and the wine is smooth, still with good color and fine Napa nose. The flavors are well-knit, and there remains enough acidity to give the wine some pop. Very lovely glassful, quite enjoyable, with true Stags Leap character.
November 20, 2016 - Close to being beyond ready to drink. Lighter style, fruity yet dry.
June 6, 2015 - 99 Silverado Horizontal Trio
December 25, 2014 - Still in very good shape; opened right up. Some tannins particularly on the back, vanilla, dark slightly sweet fruit with a solid finish. I think this might have another year or two. Not sure why we drank this so early on Christmas day, should have 95' Tresor first which was a little disappointing
July 6, 2013 - Well it is a great wine that is likely just over it's peak. Color is a bit brown on the edges, nose is still very good. Seemed a bit soft right out of the bottle, made me think it was well over the hill. But, as it took on some air it came a bit more alive. It is still a very good wine, probably just a bit over the hill but I am still enjoying it very much. In fact I am going back to raise my rating to 91. Don't wait, Drink it Now
December 22, 2012 - Very good well balanced Cab. Nice color, very nice nose especially as it opens up. Drinking very well a bit tight out of the bottle but opened up quickly, smooth tannins and long velvet finish.
November 10, 2012 - Although everything looked fine with the bottle, cork, and wine. It was over the hill.
May 27, 2012 - nice cab, solid tannins, nice nose, deep color. Opened up nicely with lots of dark fruit. Good finish. Nice wine
April 14, 2012 - Still drinking good.."opened up nicely after about 15 minutes
August 1, 2011 - Excellent color, great cab nose, fun to drink with our son's new in laws. perfect with the beef!