93
points
Johndrow Vineyards 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- Editors' Choice
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$40
Shows deep, concentrated flavors of blackberries and black currants, with classically fine, complex Napa tannins. It’s 100% Cabernet, with 50% new oak, and although the label doesn’t say so, the grapes come from a Howell Mountain vineyard. Beautiful now, and will develop over the next 6–8 years. Decant for hours if you open it now.
— S.H.
(12/31/2010)
89
points
Johndrow Vineyards 2009 Clarity Sauvignon Blanc (California)
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$12
This is a really nice Sauvignon Blanc and at this price, you should rush out and look for it. With fruit sourced from Lake County, Napa Valley and Clarksburg, it’s crisp, dry and rich in citrus fruit, honeysuckle and pear flavors. Small percentages of Viognier and Pinot Gris add complexity and depth.
— S.H.
(12/31/2010)