Spelletich Cellars
Spelletich Cellars 1999 Bodog Red (Napa Valley)
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- $27
This blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot frm various sections of Napa is a rustic wine and pretty tannic too. By “rustic” I mean it’s like a Shaker chair, simple and fundamental. That can be just fine in the right place. It has flavors of black and green tea and blackberries and is very dry.
— S.H.
(9/1/2003)
Spelletich Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
- $44
A blend from all over the valley, it brings to mind blackberries and cassis, and earthier notes of chocolate and tobacco. This is a good wine, but it’s seriously overpriced. It lacks the layers of refinement you’re entitled to expect. There’s a syrupy feeling in the mouth, and the finish is rough and bitter.
— S.H.
(11/15/2002)
Spelletich Cellars 2001 Alviso Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County)
- $24
Lightweight in fruit flavors, the wine banks on toasty oak to give it structure. Somewhat herbal and bright, the fruit flavors lean toward cherry and raspberry. Finish is moderate in length, with a hint of vanilla and toast.
— W.E.
(11/1/2003)
Spelletich Cellars 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley)
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- $27
Heavy on the oak, with overpowering buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. Underneath all that are pineapple and peach flavors. The finish is sweet and heavy.
— S.H.
(9/1/2011)
Spelletich Cellars 2006 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley)
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- $45
A soft, sweet, heavy wine. Tastes sugary in cherry pie filling flavors, and lacks vibrance. Ready now.
— S.H.
(9/1/2011)
Spelletich Cellars 2006 Reserve Syrah (Napa Valley)
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- $25
Way too ripe, with Porty, raisin and chocolate flavors that finish sweet. The tannins are fierce.
— S.H.
(9/1/2011)
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