Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

So this is not exactly Elizabeth. It is the same fruit that goes into the Elizabeth, but they made it only as a vintage. They did not put the Elizabeth name on it. There reason is, they believed it wouldn’t last two generations.

As a vintage, it is better than their N/V but not up to most Elizabeth’s I’ve had. However, it is about half the price of Elizabeth w/o less than half the quality.

It was a bit better than 93, 93.4 so I rounded down. — 2 days ago

Sipping Fine Wine

8.9

Ruby color with aromas of red fruit, baking spice and earthy notes. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with white flower notes and an array of spices. Fine dusty tannins, long finish ending with fresh fruit, spice and earthy tones. — 6 months ago

Eleanor Levett-Millett

10

A beautiful full bodied red with a rich plum flavour. — a year ago

Joshua Figg

9.3

Aromas of bing cherries and black current. Delicate balance of oak and fruit. Light on the palate, balanced in the finish. Great Cab! — 4 months ago

Nagib Nasr

9.3

Incredible!! — 4 months ago

Nathan Renfro

9.6

My last bottle of the 13s. It has been about 4 years, and this wine has now hit its stride. In my previous notes the wine was unbalanced. Now, with more age, and a 45 min decant, the wine is wonderfully balanced. Big ripe dark fruit, softened yet still powerful tannins, well matched acidity. Great mouthfeel and nice finish. Has been nice to see a wine through the years really develop. — 6 months ago

Jeremiah Diaz

9.0

Medium ruby in color; cherries, tomato leaves, and woodsmoke on the nose;high acidity; medium tannins; tastes like red currants, black cherries, and balsamic with a long finish. — 4 months ago

Stuart Pollack

9.4

Leave this open at least one hour before consuming. Rich Cabernet Sauvignon with leather and smooth tannins in the finish. Nice example of California Cabernet Sauvignon but not extraordinary. — 5 months ago

William Brouwer

9.2

Was given this excellent bottle as a gift. Smooth, excellent, not to bold. Balanced. — 7 months ago

Kristin the Wine Girl

8.9

Drink NOW!
Risks over-age if you hold off!
Holds up the acid and color vibrancy. Fruits are beginning to fade, but still enjoyable. — 3 years ago