Similar to my previous notes, except that this showed a cedar element that clipped the finish; the fruit was solid, but took a back seat at times. This seems to be transitioning toward its next phase…
Similar to previous note 1.5 years ago. Very smooth and sophisticated. Really nice black and red berry and currant fruit, with a little earth and spice on the back end. Veering more toward a…
A beautiful example of a Napa blend. This shows awesome purity of fruit, just enough restraint delivered by excellent craftsmanship, and wonderful tiered flavors. The best Blankiet I've had to date.…
It's been almost a year since I last had this wine. Previous notes apply except that this is ready to drink now. Showed really great for the first hour (96+ points for a brief minute), but after a…
Very similar to my notes on the 2007 Blankiet. This 2008 kicked out notes of red and purple plum, red and black currant, black raspberry, and some licorice/anise. A little chalk and cedar on the back…
A beautiful red/purple crimson color. On the palate from an initial PnP, notes of plum, red and black currant, and a streak of muddled raspberry. Finished with a faint hint of cardamom and cacao…
Drinking very well right now. On initial entry, chalky (but not aggressive) tannins dominated the palate, with black and purple berry fruits, asphalt, graphite, and slate peeking through. After a…
