Last year a bottle from the same vintage was excellent but this one has fallen off the cliff. Virtually no fruit left and am left searching for any among the oak & tannin notes. At least a year too late.
Last year a bottle from the same vintage was excellent but this one has fallen off the cliff. Virtually no fruit left and am left searching for any among the oak & tannin notes. At least a year too late.
Mar 15th, 2026Starting to dry out but still very enjoyable. Probably better 1-2,years earlier.
Starting to dry out but still very enjoyable. Probably better 1-2,years earlier.
Mar 4th, 2022
Quite a bit better than the 2001. I’d definitely have this again.
Quite a bit better than the 2001. I’d definitely have this again.
May 14th, 2018
So incredibly pleasant 🍷
Jun 24th, 2017
Soft tanins and silky smooth finish!
Soft tanins and silky smooth finish!
Mar 3rd, 2016
Had this for New Years dinner- 2004 was past its prime. Tired. Love the 2011 and 2012 so was sad this one was flat
Had this for New Years dinner- 2004 was past its prime. Tired. Love the 2011 and 2012 so was sad this one was flat
Jan 1st, 2016
At it's peak, hints of cherry and a bit on the spice side. Cabernet, Cab franc and merlot.
At it's peak, hints of cherry and a bit on the spice side. Cabernet, Cab franc and merlot.
Feb 7th, 2015
Very earthy and lots of currant. Delicious, my favorite.
Very earthy and lots of currant. Delicious, my favorite.
Jan 2nd, 2015
2004 - a real beaut eh?
Jun 29th, 2014
A nice balance with the Staglin. Noted more red raspberry.
A nice balance with the Staglin. Noted more red raspberry.
Oct 6th, 2013
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
