Limestone and flint, some fresh turned earth. It opens with tannins, black peppercorns, purple plum skin, and ends with light red fruit, possibly pomegranate. — 7 years ago
Delicious! — 8 years ago
Another level... Still dense at the core, with steady, attractive bricking: Wonderfully dense nose of blackcurrents, pencil shavings, fine tanned leather, and a hint of woodland floor (fine moss, leaves, and fresh soil after an autumn shower). Velvety tannins and great acidity. Along with the '66 this is one of my all-time favourite Bordeaux vintages. Seems to be keeping up better than the '61s I've had over the last few years!
We drank half of it from the coravin before waxing the top in case the cork had lost too much elasticity to self-seal. I'll have the rest with my brother in a few weeks' time! — 9 years ago
One of my favorites. Big bold red. — 10 years ago
Delicious! Very fruity and a mouthful! Yum — 11 years ago
Much more smokey than the 2007. One of the best reds worldwide — 11 years ago
One of the single best California Cabs I have ever had — 12 years ago
I was a strict pinot grigio drinker and never used to enjoy red wines until I tried this one. — 13 years ago
Light, small spice, almost an effervescence. Delicious and versatile — 8 years ago
I like this one. Not too sweet — 10 years ago
Had this with braised short ribs didn't know which one was better..this has all of the structure and weight with still lively fruit flavors. Balance and harmony at the dinner table. — 10 years ago
Always a great one, especially for Thanksgiving! — 10 years ago
FOGO w/ the beagles — 12 years ago
Deep purple color. Aromas of raspberry, cherry cola and cedar. This one is still young and a little tight- definitely needs more time or decanting. Very good flavors of red fruit, spices and oak finish.
95.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.1% Merlot, 1.4% Cabernet Franc, 0.7% Petit Verdot, 0.6% Malbec
🏅94 Points- Decanter — 9 months ago
This is another blend. But this time it’s Cab, Syrah and Mourvèdre. — 5 years ago
This is just a delicious brut rosé, really one of the best out there that isn’t four figures...beautiful fruit that melts on your tongue, just excellent — 7 years ago
Great hints of spice, mocha and chocolate. Enjoyed it so much I finished it and needed a second bottle! Haha — 9 years ago
Leather and sous bois and one brambles. Lovely and balanced. Still solid. Buy. — 10 years ago
This is an inarguably great wine. And all the more impressive to me that it is stylistically not my typical leanings. Serious power, depth, balance - still so young - and I'll be damned if this wine isn't mindblowing in 10 years. Bravo @Fritz Hatton — 10 years ago
When compared side by side with Liparita's less expensive Rutherford Cab release, V Block can be likened to a parent's favorite offspring. Although both wines may share similar genetic material and upbringing, V Block has gained more dimension and self confidence through increased care and attention from infancy. #ridiculous :p — 11 years ago
Spicy, soily like the aroma of fresh dirt & chocolate sprinkles. I just enjoy this wine. — 11 years ago
My reading speech for itself. I enjoy it very much — 11 years ago
Only one word: phenomenal! — 13 years ago
Ericsson
Great vintage. Great first growth producer. Maybe one of the best I’ve ever had. — 7 months ago