Feb 242014
 
2010 Canard Vineyard Throwback, Red Wine, Napa Valley, Ca, $65 (S) – Rating 90

Small production of only 98 cases blended of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. Ripe cherry aromas with notes of dark red fruit and cola. Balanced across the palate showcasing the supple tannins and food pairing acidity. Flavors of smokey cherry, plum, blueberry, vanilla bean and spice. Ripe red cherry in the long finish. Buy this Wine

Dec 082013
 
2008 Canard Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA, $55 (S) – Rating 91

Has all the characteristics of a very good Napa Valley Cabernet. Estate grown valley floor fruit with a lush aromas of black cherry, pie crust and cinnamon. Muscular on the palate with juicy acidity and balanced tannins. Flavor notes of dark cherry, blueberry, plum, brown spice and cinnamon with notes of cacao on the finish. Think juicy prime rib or dark chocolate for food pairing. Buy This Wine