2006 – Napa Valley $35 — Rating 91
The flavors opened nicely into a mouth filling blend of dark berries, currants and a hint of tobacco. The tannins had properly softened but still had enough structure to age another few years. WE- 90.
Nov 022010
Wine Reviews
Ratings Explained
84 & Below – Not Posted ‘cause we won’t drink it
85 + A good wine. Buy if the price is right
90 + A very good wine, in our humble opinion
95 + An awe inspiring wine – Possibly life altering
All wine reviews are based solely on the personal tastes of the authors.
Disclosure: Samples are designated by an “S” beside the wine reviewed.
We’re still objective. Robert Parker doesn’t buy his wines either
Nov 022010
2007 – Napa Valley $28 — Rating 92
This is one of our favorites. While some call this style “overblown” with oak and malolactic fermentation, it sat like an buttery kiss on my palate.
Nov 022010
2008 – Carneros, CA $28 — Rating 88
Another example of those bold, oaky, buttery Chardonnays we absolutely love. However, Trinitas has a bit more elegance and balance than some others we enjoy, allowing to pair better with spring and summer foods.
Nov 022010
2007 – Oregon $22 — Rating 3.5
This lovely little Pinot is a go-to staple on the Bacchus and Beery patio. Cloudline is well priced and when we find it on sale (sometimes as low as $15), we load up. The wine is fruit forward with very soft tannins with flavors of cherries, blackberries and red fruits.
Nov 022010
2005 – Howell Mountain, CA $80 — Rating 4.25
Like many Howell Mountain Cabs, this wine is big, bold and beautiful. It is very deep and rich with dark red aromas and flavors. The wine is just now hitting its stride and so the tannin structure is still a bit strong. Give it at least an hour in the decanter.
