Retail $70. Big. Ass. Bottle. Beringer has farmed this Cabernet plot in Kinght's Valley since the 1960's and this "Reserve" wine is a fantastic representation from the appellation. Quite dark in the glass, even verging on "brooding" with the initial aromas being mostly herbal: basil, sage, rosemary. This is followed by subtle fruit (blackberry, cassis) and a healthy dose of spice (cardamom, black pepper). The palate is balanced yet reserved, with the tartness at the fore-front, followed by the tartness, verve, and the hint of tannins. Yowza. While I have a limited experience with the brand, this is clearly gangbusters. 92 Points.
Although the fruit was there, I thought it was a little drying in the mouth so the tannins need to simmer down a bit. Nice nose and a pretty decent finish. Just a bit young yet but suspect this will come into form in a year or so. For now an 89 but expect improvement in the future.
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10/9/2023 - jstrovel@gmail.com Likes this wine: 92 Points
This is much better than the 18 KVR which surprised me. It has more structure and will improve in the next year or two.
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6/1/2023 - The Drunken Cyclist Likes this wine: 92 Points
Retail $70. Big. Ass. Bottle. Beringer has farmed this Cabernet plot in Kinght's Valley since the 1960's and this "Reserve" wine is a fantastic representation from the appellation. Quite dark in the glass, even verging on "brooding" with the initial aromas being mostly herbal: basil, sage, rosemary. This is followed by subtle fruit (blackberry, cassis) and a healthy dose of spice (cardamom, black pepper). The palate is balanced yet reserved, with the tartness at the fore-front, followed by the tartness, verve, and the hint of tannins. Yowza. While I have a limited experience with the brand, this is clearly gangbusters. 92 Points.
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5/7/2023 - Jayarr wrote: 89 Points
Although the fruit was there, I thought it was a little drying in the mouth so the tannins need to simmer down a bit. Nice nose and a pretty decent finish. Just a bit young yet but suspect this will come into form in a year or so. For now an 89 but expect improvement in the future.
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4/2/2023 - dave dunn Likes this wine:
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