Has the weight, texture and polished tannins of a fine Napa Cab, and the same flavor profile, with intense cassis, black currant and cocoa flavors. There’s also some pretty oak, and a sweet, cassis-infused finish. Shows the potential for Cabernet in this tiny appellation.
— S.H.
(8/1/2005)
Drinks very sweet, with caramel, fudge, cherry marmalade and vanilla flavors. The balance is a little off, but with a wedge of double chocolate cake, no one will care.
— S.H.
(11/1/2005)
From a warmish Monterey County appellation comes this soft, creamy Chard. It has pretty flavors of very ripe white peaches and apricots, drizzled with vanilla, and seems a little sweet.
— S.H.
(11/1/2005)