Though not made with estate fruits, this Grenache is probably my favorite bottling from the winery for its fine balance of ripe black fruits and bright red fruits.on the palate it’s energetic with excellent fruit concentration and acidity (for Paso). A bit heat on the finish. — 17 days ago
First vintage under the ownership of Le Pin. The nose starts off with abundant of blueberry, blackberry and cassis, and then turns to warm spices, black pepper, graphite, and hint of cigar box. Medium to full elegant body. Bitter sweet long finish.
Just entering its drinking window. Fantastic value. — a day ago
Ripe stone fruits, pineapple, lemon zest underpinned by fresh acidity. Wet stone and light toast. Very nice balance of fruit intensity and soft round texture. Clean long finish.
FSV might just be the best AVA for Pinot and Chardonnay in California. — 20 days ago
The nose starts off with attractive tropical fruits, followed by honeydew, lemongrass, and whiff of green bell pepper. There is hint of earthy elements that I could not pinpoint. The palate is richly textured yet vibrant. Great concentration and intensity. The candied long finish is uplifted by beautiful acidity.
Fabulous 10-year young SB that will have another 4-5 years of drinking window. Very impressive. — 19 days ago
Ming L
After some debates, I picked this well aged Napa cab to pair with American Wagyu zabuton and wood fired whole branzino.
An absolutely fantastic bottle. Vivid Ruby red with violet hue. Blackberry and plum linger around, commingling with cedar, pinecone, dried tea leaf, licorice, and leather. Not quite the plush palate I expected. Rather it’s delicate yet lively, with impeccable acidity and integrated tannins that till have baby bite.
The ‘92 reserve is from Morisoli vineyard in Rutherford with 5% Merlot and 3% CF. — 6 hours ago