Sara Kleeman

9.2

Smooth! Soft tannins. Full bodied. Delicious! — 5 months ago

with Eric

Laura Adams

9.0

Delicious and full bodied. Excellent spice. Decanted and sat for half hour. Enjoyed it with a spicy pasta. — 9 months ago

Eric McGann

8.9

A great drinking wine on its own- wouldn’t say it flourishes with food. Super dry, big, bold, mouth full. — 4 years ago

David Miska

9.0

Full bodied, great flavor. Went well with pasta. — 5 years ago

Joe Ho

9.8

Deep currents in the nose with a beautiful round smooth mouth full of flower petals light citrus and berries. — 5 years ago

Rob McCormish

9.5

Had two bottles of these to serve at a dinner for my daughter’s 21st birthday. They were wonderful wines, still lively and with plenty of full mouth for its 21 year age. But it also had that long finish of earth and dark cherry pit that well aged Bordeaux can have. It was enjoyed by all present. — 7 years ago

Lucky Palmer

9.5

Velvety full bodied but balanced — 8 years ago

Ellen

9.0

Deliciously full bodied. Great with capon! — 9 years ago

John Bornholdt

9.2

2006 Jordan, great library tasting at vineyard. Full bodied bright fruit. — 10 years ago

with Mallory

Francesco Pilo

9.0

Red/garnet, intense, complex, full bodied, red fruit and spices, good tannins, long finish #ProduttoriDelBarbaresco — 11 years ago

John Langley

9.0

Powerful, full bodied cab. Flavors of ripe blackberry and spice. High alcohol and long lasting tannins throughout a nice finish. Consistent producer who constantly delivers. — 13 years ago

Tom Barras

9.1

Considered by some to be the Wine of the Vintage, the 2005 Léoville-Barton
Is a full bodied mouthful of black currants, minerals, spices, grippy tannins and enough energy to evolve for another decade. — 6 months ago

James Naphen

9.2

**Wine Review: 2008 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Opened November 2024)**

The 2008 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, opened today, showcases an impressive balance and complexity, affirming its status as a finely aged wine. Its deep ruby hue remains vibrant, with exceptional clarity that invites exploration.

On the nose, ripe aromas of blackberry syrup and dark fruits are prominent, complemented by elegant notes of dried ginger and a subtle floral undertone. These aromas suggest both maturity and freshness, creating a captivating bouquet.

The palate offers a bold, full-bodied experience, featuring flavors of graphite and pencil lead that add intrigue and depth. The oak is beautifully integrated, enhancing the wine's harmony without overshadowing the fruit. The tannins, while still present, are soft and smooth, allowing the wine’s fruity core to take center stage.

Despite its 16 years of aging, this wine retains a youthful vibrancy, with its primary fruit flavors shining through. The finish is balanced and moderate in intensity, leaving a lasting impression of refinement.

Enjoyed today, this wine is a testament to the careful craftsmanship of Silver Oak. While it has clearly benefited from its time in the cellar, it remains dynamic and will continue to develop nuances for years to come. — 9 months ago

with Melissa

Cathy Gilbert

8.9

Full bodied. High acidity and medium tannins. Pomegranate and leather. — 5 years ago

Cory Wright

9.6

😲 full body cab— absolutely amazing. Shane picked it out. Yum. — 5 years ago

Jeff Siwik

9.6

Big and lush with huge gobs of fruit in aroma and flavor. Texture is soft and supple. Sweet vanilla character. Black cherry and blackberry in flavors and aromas. Subtle and complex; black currant and licorice aromas. Full body; ultra-fine tannins; fresh finish. Clean and refined. Delicious. — 6 years ago

Michael Lavely

9.3

My new favorite. Lots of fruit. Full body. — 7 years ago

Kenneth Tucker

9.5

Superb bottle that caught me by surprise. Bold and full-bodied with a bit of spice and dark fruit. High alcohol, so be careful, as it is surprisingly smooth & will sneak up on you! — 8 years ago

"Odedi"

9.4

Inky dark color with a purple rim.
On the nose, Blueberries, figs, blackberries, spices, vanilla and black pepper.

Long, thin legs and 14.5% alcohol.
Bold, big and full bodied.

Smooth, sweet and sexy on the palate, with blackberries, dried figs, raisins, black pepper, vanilla and herbs.

Long lasting finish with smooth tannins and black pepper. Excellent!! — 11 years ago

Alfonso Faustino

9.7

This is an excellent wine. Full, robust, and had a little spice to it. — 11 years ago

Ronen

9.0

Nice long legs, dark purplish color hints of cherry and coco and nice balance from the American oak soften tannins but still a full body — 6 months ago

Rico Shea

9.0

Enjoyed on 12/26/24. Vintage 2020. $29. Very good for the price. Full flavor. Nice balance. Will buy again. — 8 months ago

Anthony Cammarata Jr.

9.0

1.5 liters of excellence. The perfect full bodied California cab full of flavors served with traditional Italian apps. — 2 years ago

with Daniel and Michael

Jeff Orlowski

9.4

Full, dry, smooth. Outstanding Napa Cab! 94/100. — 5 years ago

with Michael and Joe

Nic Anderson

9.2

We really liked this cab. Perfect setting with NY Strip Steaks and Sweet Potatoes. Full of cherry and blackberry. — 6 years ago

Mike Daniel

9.0

Delightful bouquet full of candies berry landing on the palate with lots of layered flavor - fig, blackberry, licorice - and just a little glycerol, but a nice lingering and headed length. Might last longer still if I didn’t need another swirl and sip before it passed ;). Good value under $24 — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

A redo after that disappointing 2002 Pichon Lalande two weeks ago on #steakandclaret night. While this is not again what I expect from this producer, it is better than the 02. Nose of cedar, fresh tobacco, stones and dry soil, quiet baking baking spices, ripe & lean; blackberries, dark cherries, cherries, strawberries, pomegranate, hues of blueberries, light mushroom, soft leather, black licorice cola and fresh red florals. The body is leaner to medium and well resolved. The fruits are fresh & bright. Dark cherries, cherries, lean blackberries, strawberries, cherries, pomegranate & cranberry juice, hues of blue fruits, saddle-wood, sweet suede leather, fresh tobacco leaf, cedar, dry stones, top soil & rich turned dark earth, limestone minerals, dry stems, slight touch of dry herbs, round, mouthwatering acidity and lean, long, well balanced fruit & earth, good structured finish with length. Finish lasts a full minute. Still 8-10 years of good drinking ahead. 9.3 with the ribeye. — 8 years ago

Jelle De Windt

9.2

Beautiful wine, full of flavour. Had this on a date with my girl Mary J, they really hit it off — 9 years ago

Nate Keats

9.1

Full bodied, dark, and smooth. Semi-fruity with subtle tannins. Very drinkable. — 11 years ago

Peter Risi

9.2

Surprisingly good blend that is dark & full of flavor. — 11 years ago