… “Smooth, rich and fleshy, this is a notably complex and concentrated youngster, with a tasty core of ripe currant, black cherry, cedar, olive and sage notes that are well-focused, ending with a complex aftertaste. This is a delicious Cabernet blend that is delicious now (after decanting) or anytime …
… – 5 years. Good news is this gem should drink well for 10-15 years. RECOMMENDED FOOD PAIRINGS: Smoked Duck or Chicken Roast Lamb with Pancetta, Sage and Rosemary Wild Mushroom Tart HISTORY: Bugay winemaker Tom Garrett’s extensive knowledge of wine and winemaking began as a child born into a family …
… Syrah we’re selling!!! Tastes? Tremendous complexity; intense, pure, rich and plush, with dense huckleberry, blackberry, pomegranate, pepper and sage balanced out with luscious components of cocoa, sweet tobacco and a smoky bacon component that true Syrah lovers adore. Yes, we realize all this sounds …
… “Smooth, rich and fleshy, this is a notably complex and concentrated youngster, with a tasty core of ripe currant, black cherry, cedar, olive and sage notes that are well-focused, ending with a complex aftertaste. This is a delicious Cabernet blend that is impressive now (after decanting) and will …
… “OUTSTANDING 92 POINTS: "This has excellent structure, density and focus, with a rich mix of wild berry and blueberry fruit, mineral, pebble, herb and sage, all well-proportioned, gaining complexity on the finish. Drink now through 2012." —JL 183 cases made. INSIDER SCOOP: Saxon Brown wines became a sudden …
… earthy hazelnut, dried currant, black cherry and blackberry fruit that slowly unfolds to reveal extra facets of spice, berry, fresh-cut flowers and sage. Returns to the fruit theme on the finish. Best from 2010 through 2017.”
… Sauvignon, and 6% Petit Verdot. The 2005 Arietta Claret is remarkable for its decadent aromas of black fruits, mingled with notes of forest floor, sage, graphite, and baked bread. On the palate the wine brightens to include flavors of cherry and other red fruits, and sweet citrus. The beautiful sheen …
… aromas of cocoa and creme de cassis, and the ULTRA silky smooth texture. Captivating flavors include a luscious blend of ripe plums, blackberries, sage and deep dark chocolate and mocha in the mid-palate. The sensuous finish crescendos with a hint of savory spices including truffle, cherries and integrated …
… “CLASSIC 95” RATING (2006): “Enormously rich and concentrated, offering a dense, full-blown mix of savory blueberry and blackberry fruit, mineral, sage and loamy earth notes, ending with a burst of complex flavors and an amazingly long, layered finish. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now …
… slopes of the Apalta Vineyard. It was aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak. Opaque purple, it has an expressive display of meat, game, cedar, sage, and blueberry. Structured for the long haul, it requires 5-7 years of additional cellaring. The fruit is ripe and sweet, the balance impeccable, and …
… "CLASSIC 96" RATING: "Rich, focused, supple, plush and layered, showing amazing purity of flavor, with tiers of black currant, black cherry, mineral, sage, anise and cedar. Yet for all its flavor, it's the seductive textural fleshiness that's perhaps most striking. Best from 2010 through 2019." -JL
… "OUTSTANDING 95" RATING: "Pure, rich and focused, full-bodied and concentrated, showing firm black cherry and blackberry fruit, with black olive, sage, dusty earth and mineral hints. Gains depth and complexity, with a long, persistent finish. Best from 2010 through 2017.–JL"
