December 29, 2017 - Enjoyable after breathing for an hour or so in my glass and coming up to room temperature--the nose really opened up, cherry, spice, herb.
April 27, 2016 - Of 3, I had 1st one 5-17-02, it started with a closed nose, smokey, subdued fruit; 2nd Feb 2009, very dusty, needed a steak to round out the harsh tartness, very rich and deep, but not good without food, decant the last one carefully; next day was a little more approachable without food; last Apr 2016, decanted clear, big cherry and dusty flowers and spices, slight tobacco too, full and slightly tart in mouth, very enjoyable start, see how it develops with some air, after an hour nose was even nicer, solid mature cab with plenty left, became rounder in mouth and nicely balanced.
March 18, 2016 - Tried with Liz. On the nose scents of candied cherries, bramblebush (not sure what this is, but Liz swears it's there), slightly rotten raspberries, and old wood. Surprisingly prominent red fruit on the palate, particularly strawberries, and some olive tones ... very intriguing. Finish is of medium length and to me is characterized by mature red fruit and hints of pomegranate. Decanted only for sediment purposes, but this wine actually improved after 30-60 minutes of air. The wine soaked cork, successfully removed with only the most deft ah-so maneuvers, belied the beauty of this phenomenally aged Sonoma Cab. A spectacular success, and an absolute pleasure to drink. Hats off to Bruce ... your cellar continues to amaze.
January 1, 2011 - Purchased years ago...not even inventory...low expectations but still hanging around for those that like the aged less fruit but reasonable complex with fun secondary flavors
May 26, 2009 - We drank the 95 Stonestreet and 04 Honig at the Vinsanto Poker Tour game. The Stonestreet was amazing! Medium weight, good fruit, a little oak and very soft. The Honig had more weight and was darker. The fruit was nice, we drank this second and late in the evening, so nothing more to add.
March 17, 2007 - This just keeps getting better. Wonderful nose. Good body and rich, smooth, cabernet taste. I agree that this still has a few years left to go.
July 3, 2006 - The Stonestreet didn't disappoint. Very flavorful, still lots of cabernet strength, yet aging very well. I would expect this wine would be great for another 2 years minimum.
July 4, 2005 - This was delightful with grilled rack of lamb and asparagus and then cheese and pear. Dark, clear garnet color with no brown edges at all. Nose has an intereting note of licorice. Medium to full body. Deep, rich flavor. Very smooth, long finish. I have high hopes for the remaining half case over the next few years.
December 26, 2004 - Had 2 of these bottles in the last 2 weeks. First one took a while to blow off barnyard, maybe 30 minutes then sung like a well aged cal cab. Good backbone, medium to full bodied, ample fruit and sweet tannin. Licorice, olive and some spice. Very enjoyable first night, however quite a bit lighter on night 2. Drink now.
Second bottle at Christmas dinner with a large crowd, after many other bottles. Same tasting notes as above, but taste buds were shot. Will finish bottle tonight.
December 12, 2004 - Opened one of these 6 -7 years ago on release and loved it. Forgot about other 2 bottles until tonight. First whiff was barnyard. Blew off after 30 minutes. Medium body, still good color, big nose of licorice licquer, alcohol, cassis, dark fruit, exotic. Reminded me of an aged bordeaux. Great mouth feel. More licorice, espresso, dark chocolate, medium/long finish. Very enjoyable, although should be drunk sooner than later.