White Rock Vineyards

Napa Valley Claret Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.235 ratings
9.37 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
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9.6

One of the only wineries in Napa that bottle ages in the cave walls. Old-world technique for an awesome old-world styled wine. Bottles may have come down, but spirits still high and lucky stars counted.

One of the only wineries in Napa that bottle ages in the cave walls. Old-world technique for an awesome old-world styled wine. Bottles may have come down, but spirits still high and lucky stars counted.

8 people found it helpfulAug 27th, 2014
Amy Monroe

A lot of freshness here. A well-kept and well-priced Napa secret. Hope it stays that way.

A lot of freshness here. A well-kept and well-priced Napa secret. Hope it stays that way.

1 person found it helpfulJan 20th, 2015
Chris Tanghe

Another mag showing so well. Love this wine. Classic character

Another mag showing so well. Love this wine. Classic character

Nov 8th, 2015
Josh Luhn

Luhn Wine Consulting Owner, Luhn Family Wines

9.3

If you want new world power and old world balance, this hits the mark. Dark cassis, black olive, dried herbs and flowers, great acidity and length.

If you want new world power and old world balance, this hits the mark. Dark cassis, black olive, dried herbs and flowers, great acidity and length.

Jan 22nd, 2015
Gustavo Sotelo

Agree with other reviews. Old world style BDX blend. Delicious wine and a great price for it considering it's from Napa.

Agree with other reviews. Old world style BDX blend. Delicious wine and a great price for it considering it's from Napa.

Jan 13th, 2015
Colin Cahoon

Perfect red fruit nose. Broad and smooth on the palate with soft oak, dark fruit, black tea and anise. The finish is a lovely balance of tannin and acid. What a great wine.

Perfect red fruit nose. Broad and smooth on the palate with soft oak, dark fruit, black tea and anise. The finish is a lovely balance of tannin and acid. What a great wine.

Feb 6th, 2018
James K

Full disclosure: we didn't decant long enough. Slate and fruit on the nose and palate. Glycerin. The finish is tannic. I can't decide if I prefer the 2009 or 2010 more--different beasts that are hard to compare.

Full disclosure: we didn't decant long enough. Slate and fruit on the nose and palate. Glycerin. The finish is tannic. I can't decide if I prefer the 2009 or 2010 more--different beasts that are hard to compare.

Jul 19th, 2016
James K

Great bouquet and excellent mouth feel. Bit of heat and tannins built to age. A good decant rewards.

Great bouquet and excellent mouth feel. Bit of heat and tannins built to age. A good decant rewards.

Mar 5th, 2016
Andrew Goldstein

Jam, cherry, soft tannin, pepper, opens into small amounts of chocolate.

Jam, cherry, soft tannin, pepper, opens into small amounts of chocolate.

Feb 28th, 2016
Chase Sheridan

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Sep 22nd, 2015