Promontory

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.4102 ratings
9.219 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
Top Notes For
Lee Pitofsky

09 was my favorite out of a lineup consisting of a barrel sample, 12 and 14. Savory and smokey.

09 was my favorite out of a lineup consisting of a barrel sample, 12 and 14. Savory and smokey.

Aug 10th, 2020
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.8

The florals from this vineyard astound. More cassis than currants then were in the 08. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, black plum, blueberries, strawberries, cranberries notes, olallieberries, slight liqueur, cigar, light dry top soils, saddle-wood, dark rich soils, dark floral, blue flowers, violets and unstated lavender.

The body is amazing but lighter than the 08. The tannins much rounder, softer and velvety. The fruits riper. The 09 is the dictionary definition of elegance. It’s drinking better now than the 08 but, the 08 will outshine the 09. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, black plum, blueberries, plum, strawberries, cherries, cranberries notes, olallieberries, mocha, slight liqueur, cigar, light dry top soils, dry crushed rock powder, tobacco, saddle-wood, dark rich soils, forest floor, dark floral, blue flowers, violets and bright, brilliant lavender. The acidity again brilliant. The finish leaves me speechless.

Photos of, the view and waterfall from Promontory. They keep environment simple and zen like. It’s a peaceful place. The large Austrian oak vessels they age their wines in for 30 plus months. They find they work better with the fruit from their terroir. I couldn’t argue that philosophy based on what I tasted. They also hold their wine another year in bottle before they release. Two photos of the grounds just outside the winery. Beautiful spot.

The florals from this vineyard astound. More cassis than currants then were in the 08. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, black plum, blueberries, strawberries, cranberries notes, olallieberries, slight liqueur, cigar, light dry top soils, saddle-wood, dark rich soils, dark floral, blue flowers, violets and unstated lavender.

The body is amazing but lighter than the 08. The tannins much rounder, softer and velvety. The fruits riper. The 09 is the dictionary definition of elegance. It’s drinking better now than the 08 but, the 08 will outshine the 09. Ripe; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, black plum, blueberries, plum, strawberries, cherries, cranberries notes, olallieberries, mocha, slight liqueur, cigar, light dry top soils, dry crushed rock powder, tobacco, saddle-wood, dark rich soils, forest floor, dark floral, blue flowers, violets and bright, brilliant lavender. The acidity again brilliant. The finish leaves me speechless.

Photos of, the view and waterfall from Promontory. They keep environment simple and zen like. It’s a peaceful place. The large Austrian oak vessels they age their wines in for 30 plus months. They find they work better with the fruit from their terroir. I couldn’t argue that philosophy based on what I tasted. They also hold their wine another year in bottle before they release. Two photos of the grounds just outside the winery. Beautiful spot.

Jan 21st, 2019
Alyse Thomas

So rich & decadent 😋🍷

So rich & decadent 😋🍷

Jul 18th, 2017
Konrad Michels

Big, huge wine. Tons of fruit, and strong tannins. Already a huge, complex wine, that will most certainly age spectacularly well.

Big, huge wine. Tons of fruit, and strong tannins. Already a huge, complex wine, that will most certainly age spectacularly well.

3 people found it helpfulApr 18th, 2015
Greg Gregory

Wood has finally begun to integrate. Drinking MUCH better than a year ago.

Wood has finally begun to integrate. Drinking MUCH better than a year ago.

2 people found it helpfulNov 8th, 2016
Greg Gregory

Needs LOTS of time. As in a decade minimum.

Needs LOTS of time. As in a decade minimum.

May 12th, 2017
Martin G Rivard

It's a baby Harlan, LOL Not as great as it's older sibling but incredible nonetheless

It's a baby Harlan, LOL Not as great as it's older sibling but incredible nonetheless

May 21st, 2016
Andrew S

Thia was a big one.

Thia was a big one.

May 18th, 2016
Greg Gregory

PBFW Kostow dinner.

PBFW Kostow dinner.

Apr 3rd, 2016
Martin G Rivard

Opened it for a tasting and not sure if the juice was worth the price. Great Cabernet but there are a lot of better cabs in this price range. A little disappointed.

Opened it for a tasting and not sure if the juice was worth the price. Great Cabernet but there are a lot of better cabs in this price range. A little disappointed.

Feb 13th, 2016