Domaine Désiré Petit
Opus One
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2001
The 2001 Opus One is a masterful blend that truly embodies the elegance and structure of Napa Valley wines. The deep ruby color is immediately captivating, and the nose opens with rich aromas of black currant, dark cherries, and subtle hints of tobacco and cedar. On the palate, it delivers an impeccably balanced experience, with layers of ripe blackberry, plum, and a touch of dark chocolate, all interwoven with earthy undertones and a refined minerality. — 8 days ago
with Michael
Ridge Vineyards
Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2020
I don’t think Ridge has off vintages
Right. Should have wrote “fires vintage.” I was explained the blind block selection process, and truly impressed.
Château Lynch-Bages
Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 1976
Still fresh showing the classic LB character with red & black fruits, cassis, earth, saddle leather, menthol, sweet spice & cigar box — 5 days ago
Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego
1996 vintage. Tasted most recently on 8.2.24 (9.6) and that bottle was slightly better. Tasted out of magnum in 2023 and that rated as highly as the previous mention (9.6). This had a really nice fill, good cork and was decanted (throwing pretty big sed). Tasted after an hour. Gorgeous and with plenty of power but just barely dialed down from 11 with this bottle. Has this exalted winery made a better bottle of red or white wine in their entire existence? Not in my experiences. 9.29.24. — 11 days ago