Wine Doctrine
2017

Promontory

Tasted 2 May 2025 California · Napa Valley

Even more thin and diluted than the bottle I had previously (which was from magnum, which might explain the better showing before). Red and black fruit make for a very pretty wine, but noticeably lean by comparison.…

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2019

Promontory

California · Napa Valley

A great showing, and one that shows off the focus and finesse of this wine. Last year, the 2019 Promontory was kicking out some pyrazine and wood notes that are less apparent in this bottle. A bit…

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Promontory

California · Napa Valley

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2010

Promontory

California · Napa Valley

Fresh but also brooding and dark fruit. Acid and tannin management throughout consumption are near-perfect. My exact notes read, "Richness and density with superior freshness." Any time a wine can…

Reviewed 2 May 2025
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