607 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Cabernet
97 Points

Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Estate 2013

A staggering bouquet of blueberries, white flowers, crème de cassis, and graphite is followed by an opulent, abundantly satisfying Cabernet that is seamless. Monumental fruit intensity, purity and depth of character make this one of the great, great classics of the vintage. Prominent flavors of dark plums, blackberry, olive tapenade combine with hints of dark... Read Full Review
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Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Estate 2014

Dense, ripe, and full-bodied, with deftly balanced, prodigious tannins, this magnificent effort displays a core of cassis, blackberry, graphite and espresso bean complimented by a slight hint of creamy vanilla oak on the finish. This distinguished young Cabernet Sauvignon delivers an exceedingly satisfying experience tonight but guaranteed to impress for decades to come! For perspective,... Read Full Review
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Dana Estates Cabernet Sauvignon Vaso 2015

Ultra-velvety and dense dark fruits on the captivating nose. Tahitian vanilla and truffle spring forth on the palate, accompanied by notes of blackcurrant and plum building up the supple tannins to a superb balance. Black cherry, cassis and fresh blackberry yield to a generous, sultry and seamless finish that includes hints of tobacco, dark chocolate,... Read Full Review
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Dark Night Of The Soul Napa Valley 2021

Another big winner (over-delivers!) from Napa’s celebrated 2021 vintage! We savored this sensational upcoming release and highly recommend for enjoyment – – with prime rib – – tonight (after decanting 30 minutes) and/or anytime over the next 7-8 years thanks to the silky smooth and rich texture which features grainy tannins, tangy baking spices (primarily... Read Full Review
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Di Costanzo Cabernet Sauvignon Farella Vineyard 2016

This is a serious and satisfying Cabernet that is built for the long haul. Beautiful and savory aromas of black cherry, dried herbs, olive tapenade, and subtle spices that evolve on the palate. Tasted over the course of eight hours, it gradually took on weight, while bright acidity balanced the richness. It is a pure,... Read Full Review
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Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2016

This is a monumental effort that displays concentrated dark fruit flavors, truffle, tobacco, and graphite. Intense and rich on the palate, luxurious velvet tannins give way to notes of black cherry, plum, espresso, dried savory herbs and cocoa. Exceedingly complex and expensive tasting for the price-point, the 2016 Altagracia showcases the Eisele terroir in an... Read Full Review
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Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2018

This is another majestic release from this lauded vineyard and reminds us of our most recent favorite, 2016. This new 2018 Altagracia displays concentrated dark fruit flavors, truffle, and pipe tobacco. Sultry and luxuriously smooth tannins give way to notes of black berry, plum, espresso, exotics spices and hints of mocha on the prodigious finish.... Read Full Review
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Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2019

One of Napa’s most acclaimed over-achievers, Altagracia 2019 is another intensely delicious vintage sporting a silky texture reminiscent of the 2013 Library vintage we sampled recently. This new 2019 Altagracia displays concentrated dark fruit flavors, truffle, and savory spices. Plush tannins give way to notes of blackberry, plum, espresso, and hints of Cohiba on the... Read Full Review
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Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia 2020

Year in year out this is one of Napa’s most acclaimed over-achievers, Altagracia 2020 edition is another success featuring loads of well-balanced dark fruit and an oh-so-creamy texture. This new Altagracia displays concentrated red and black fruit flavors, truffle, and savory spices. Bold tannins give way to notes of cedar, graphite, espresso, dark chocolate and... Read Full Review
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Ellman Cabernet Sauvignon Jemma 2016

This stunner offers a fresh and riveting bouquet, with notes of cassis, cigar box, and lavender, leading to a wildly opulent and structured palate with a sophisticated balance of roasted plum, sweet and exotic spices, espresso and savory herb. This wine hits all the notes of a top tier cult producer at a fraction of... Read Full Review