Deep, dark and barely showing signs of bricking. Aromatically, damp forrest floor, decaying oak leaves, subtle eucalyptus tones are primary, with roasted dates and mission fig supplying the fruit. The body is medium plus, with brilliant acidity to lift the palate from its concentrated fruit to its vivacious yet fine tannins, the wine really springboards to the next level on the finish, gripping and lasting for 30 plus seconds of dark, earth-driven delight.
Deep, dark and barely showing signs of bricking. Aromatically, damp forrest floor, decaying oak leaves, subtle eucalyptus tones are primary, with roasted dates and mission fig supplying the fruit. The body is medium plus, with brilliant acidity to lift the palate from its concentrated fruit to its vivacious yet fine tannins, the wine really springboards to the next level on the finish, gripping and lasting for 30 plus seconds of dark, earth-driven delight.
3 people found it helpfulNov 7th, 2014
Wow! This stuff has hit its stride! Very very good. Give me an akuashi steak and a 45 minute decant. Drank alongside an '89 Dunn Napa and a '92 Dalla Valle. This was the winner
Wow! This stuff has hit its stride! Very very good. Give me an akuashi steak and a 45 minute decant. Drank alongside an '89 Dunn Napa and a '92 Dalla Valle. This was the winner
Jun 6th, 2015
Well rounded, fruity, but not to bold. We think it may have been at it's peak. Great way to celebrate my house almost being sold.
Well rounded, fruity, but not to bold. We think it may have been at it's peak. Great way to celebrate my house almost being sold.
Jul 17th, 2013
Napa Valley, California, USA
