Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

2001 vintage. Sweet fill. Cork perfect (used a Durand) but more than a bit underwaxed so it was a positively Italian experience during the opening process. I trust those in the know completely understand what the hell imma talking about. Workout! Cork out in one piece and expected amount of sed. Medium body with overtures towards more. Blueberry, tobacco, plum and gravelly, wet earth impressions leading the charge throughout. Grippy tannins providing visible and raised guardrails during. A little editorial...the 2001's were generally emasculated/minimized after the supposed "vintage of the (which one?) century" in 2000. The 2000's have largely failed to deliver the anticipated goods whereas the "meh" 2001's (at vastly reduced prices from the 2000's) are rocking don't bother knocking now. Completely like the guy or girl that was always cute but totally caught fire after high school. A late(r) bloomer and completely underrated. This wine has an easy 20-spot of top-notch drinking ahead. 1.24.26. — 12 days ago

Ron R

9.4

So much chatter about this, and Venge has done it again. It's a clone of the 14 vintage.
Deeply perfumed nose of flowers and cassis. The wine has mucho depth. Cedar, tobacco and sweet black fruits tease the palette. Decadent and pure finish. Very well done. Wifey was looking at 93, but editorial liberties prevail 🙂 — 8 years ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.1

Wifey spat her pacifier out for some reason, but I have assumed editorial liberties. In the glass, the wine is as black as me, but not as sexy 😏

The nose is dense and heavy with maple syrup and maraschino cherries. On the palette, it's velvety and compact, with layers of coffee, kirsch and finishes sweet. This is why I love Napa! — 10 years ago

with Anne-marie

Claire Donato

9.6

Beautiful Italian nun monastery wine! Drinking not only for taste but also for divine blessing of book editorial venture <3 — 4 years ago

Ron R

8.9

On the nose, baked apples and oak. The oak monster is evident on the palate. Neutral oak would have allowed more fruit and secondary flavors to shine thru. Very little acid to talk about, leaves this example presenting as somewhat flabby. This won’t evolve to a better place.
Wifey rated this 93pts, but editorial liberties prevail. 🙂 — 6 years ago

with Anne-marie

Ron R

9.3

We were impressed with the 13, and the 14 is a clone of the 13.
The nose bristles with rocks, minerals and lemons zest.
The palette is clean with a pulsating minerality. Grapefruit, nectarines and butterscotch are elevated by the perfect acidity. Excellent mouthfeel, which finishes with tension.
Wifey was in the 92 pt space. However, editorial liberties prevail tonight... — 9 years ago

with Anne-marie

Douglas Braun

8.9

Blockbuster style Cabernet not my thing but enjoyable not super complex — 5 years ago

Ron R

9.3

A pleasant surprise, albeit showing a hint of maturity on the palate.
Nose displays strawberries with a wisp of mushrooms. Palate is bold and vigorous. This all about energy power. Overall, excellent. I just caught this in its old man phase. Certainly, a producer to watch.
Mo wasn’t feeling it, but I have assumed editorial liberties (and it came from our cellar). — 5 years ago

with Mo, Anne-marie and 1 other

Ron R

9.4

Initial notes of maturity, peaches, apricots, bread, with yeast.
Palette is consistent, with additional lemon zest and wood. Nice balance and acidity. Surprisingly showing its age. Drew lavished 95 pts on this, so editorial liberties kick in here. — 9 years ago

with Andrew