Perhaps a bit past its peak but still showing very well. I’m a sucker for older vintage Beringer and Mondavi reserve but I think the Mondavi’s have better stuffing for the long haul. This was a mature Cab with a muted bruised plum/fig/mocha profile that shows nice balance and restraint. Drink now.
Perhaps a bit past its peak but still showing very well. I’m a sucker for older vintage Beringer and Mondavi reserve but I think the Mondavi’s have better stuffing for the long haul. This was a mature Cab with a muted bruised plum/fig/mocha profile that shows nice balance and restraint. Drink now.
1 person found it helpfulDec 10th, 2018
Wow - 21 year old wine that has stood the test of time. 1994 vintage. Highly aromatic nose with leather, dates, quince, black fruit, tobacco, bell pepper, vanilla and earthiness. Palate less intense, yet notes of red cherry, vanilla, bell pepper, mocha and almond. Still has elevated acid and tannins (soft), but reaching its apex. Drink now. Will not continue to develop.
Wow - 21 year old wine that has stood the test of time. 1994 vintage. Highly aromatic nose with leather, dates, quince, black fruit, tobacco, bell pepper, vanilla and earthiness. Palate less intense, yet notes of red cherry, vanilla, bell pepper, mocha and almond. Still has elevated acid and tannins (soft), but reaching its apex. Drink now. Will not continue to develop.
1 person found it helpfulDec 31st, 2015
Very plush, soft, accommodating and oaky. Rich blackcurrant and dark fruit. A bit blurry and indistinct. I think there’s a bit of cork on this. Friendly, tasty but a bit dumb.
Very plush, soft, accommodating and oaky. Rich blackcurrant and dark fruit. A bit blurry and indistinct. I think there’s a bit of cork on this. Friendly, tasty but a bit dumb.
Dec 6th, 2017
Napa Valley, California, USA
