Gravelly Ford

Diamond Creek Vineyards

Gravelly Meadow Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1993

Popped and poured; enjoyed out of red Solo cups over the course of a few hours. The 1993 “Gravelly Meadow” pours a deep garnet with a near opaque core; medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears and some sediment. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes o ripe and desiccate fruit: cassis, blackberries, dried red flowers, tobacco, eucalyptus, Poblano pepper, leather, cocoa, graphite, a mix of organic and inorganic earth along with some cool and warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+. This was strong showing. Drink now through 2033. — 2 months ago

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Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Cut Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Fruitnforward for a cab. Well balanced, earthy finish. Excellent flavor and drinkability. Punching high above its listed price. — 2 years ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Series Black Label Claret California Cabernet Sauvignon

On those nose - blackberry, plum, spice. Smokey notes, good tannin level, lingering aftertaste which is good. Pleasantly surprised. Lots of fruity flavors. Deep purple color. BLEND: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon 17% Petit Verdot 2% Petite Sirah Malbec 1%
14 months in French oak. Very good wine. Was a certain flavour (anise?) That I really liked but couldnt put my finger on it.
— 5 years ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Collection Green Label Syrah-Shiraz 2009

Still has a great punch after all this time. Smooth and a little spicy. Loved it. — a day ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Cut Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2010

Held up nicely. A creamy chard enjoyed by all! — 6 months ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Sonoma County Pinot Noir 2017

Very tobacco and leather. And nothing else matters. :) Very good, very spacious. — 5 years ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Director's Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Beautiful color. Aromas of cherry, raspberry and black currant. Flavorful, loads of black and red fruit- so good! — 6 years ago

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Trixie

That looks beautiful in the glass. Cheers!

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Diamond Collection Black Label Claret California Cabernet Sauvignon

Excellent qpr! Upon opening, it’s somewhat subdued but half an hour later, wow! What happened?! And with food, roasted red meats, hard cheeses, grilled vegetables, it really comes alive! This is as good or better than cabs costing 2-3 times as much. Great daily drinker!! — 4 months ago

Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Vendetta Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Actually quite good or at least better than expected. The Malbec acted much like a Merlot grape In smoothing out the tannins of Cabernet and resulted in a very smooth wine that would be equally good as either a sipper or with supper. I would definitely buy again especially at $8 a bottle! — 5 years ago