Limited new red from cult producer Eisele Vineyard One of Napa Valley's cult producers this is always a limited release. 95 points James Suckling: "Glorious aromas, like walking into a flower shop, from roses to lilacs. Lots of dark fruit too. Then goes to slate and dark mushroom. Full body, super refined tannins and refresh and ultra-clean finish. A thoroughly balanced and refined wine" 93 points Robert Parker: "As for the Proprietary Red Altagracia, the blend is slightly different, at 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot and 4% Malbec. One of the finest Altagracias I’ve tasted to date, the color is saturated ruby/purple, much darker than the 2012 and the wine slightly less fragrant and more coiled tight. Yet, it is also more concentrated and promising. The wine is a heck of a second wine, but does require some patience. For now, deep, rich blackcurrant and blackberry fruit with floral notes (white flowers?), medium to full body and sweet tannin are all present in this relatively larger-scaled Altagracia than we’ve seen in the past (14.8% alcohol). The finish is long, still youthful and certainly approachable, but this wine will be better with 2-4 years bottle age and should keep for at least two decades... ...This famous estate tucked away in northeastern Napa Valley in the foothills of the Vaca Mountains is now fully controlled, in both a viticultural and winemaking standpoint, by Château Latour’s François Pinault and his general manager Frédéric Engerer. The new releases include their second wine, the Altagracia."
Ron R
This was stunning. Layers r us. Coffee, touch of licorice and dark fruits. On the mid-palate, this is broad-shouldered and expansive. Superb acidity profile. Sandalwood and graphite complete what presents as a clone of a Bdx. Loved it!
This was stunning. Layers r us. Coffee, touch of licorice and dark fruits. On the mid-palate, this is broad-shouldered and expansive. Superb acidity profile. Sandalwood and graphite complete what presents as a clone of a Bdx. Loved it!
9.5Ron R
After a very long work week, I wanted to explore another logical level when trying to dull the senses. Coffee and herbs represent the primary notes. This has not moved since we last tasted this. Beautiful texture and density. Somewhat pricey, but worth every cent.
After a very long work week, I wanted to explore another logical level when trying to dull the senses. Coffee and herbs represent the primary notes. This has not moved since we last tasted this. Beautiful texture and density. Somewhat pricey, but worth every cent.
9.5Ron R
Presents like a Bdx. Subtle nose of sandalwood and black fruits leads into graphite. Moderate tannins and acidity suggest 5 - 7 years of further enjoyment. Day two and this hasn’t moved. At the right price, this is a great buy.
Presents like a Bdx. Subtle nose of sandalwood and black fruits leads into graphite. Moderate tannins and acidity suggest 5 - 7 years of further enjoyment. Day two and this hasn’t moved. At the right price, this is a great buy.
9.3Thomas Brenner
Solid Cab
Solid Cab
8.9Herb Listen
Chris and Cheryl and Fieldings
Chris and Cheryl and Fieldings
9.4Henrik Poulsen
@Delectable Wine Starting with the 2013-vintage the Altagracia is made by Eisele Vineyards (not Araujo).
@Delectable Wine Starting with the 2013-vintage the Altagracia is made by Eisele Vineyards (not Araujo).
Eric Amsler
NBA Combine dinners are the best
NBA Combine dinners are the best
9.4Chris Madrid
Indeed
Indeed
9.3WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.