Wine Doctrine
2013

Futo Oakville

Tasted 17 December 2023 Napa Valley · Oakville

Ya, so, I don't want to like this wine at all, but there is no denying this is top shelf stuff right here, so much so that the only reason I'm not jumping to 100 is because I am in one of those moods where trying to…

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2021

Futo 5500

Napa Valley · Stags Leap District

More graphite and mineral elements here than the 2021 Futo Oakville served next to it (blind), the 5500 carries similar class but with some red fruit notes that make for a higher register delivery…

Reviewed 29 March 2026
2021

Futo Oakville

Napa Valley · Oakville

I have to admit to continually being fond of Futo, especially the Oakville offering. Despite the elevated pricing, the wine itself is consistently compelling with its combination of dark fruit and…

Reviewed 29 March 2026
2018

Futo 5500

Napa Valley · Stags Leap District

Black fruit and cedar, with some redder cherry and soil notes to add contrast and interest. Excellent lift and freshness, with a smidge less depth than the 2018 Oakville served next to it. Drinking…

Reviewed 30 April 2025
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