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I have not tasted these wines, but decided to place an order (2/2/2) based on so much positive feedback on this site. I was a first time buyer in 2016, and out of 6 bottles, I am down to 1. Excellent cabernet, that I find great balance, amazing quality of fruit, and just first class Napa cab. Buy w...

Well, I wish I could have ordered more, but this 2018 vintage has been one that I've needed to spread the love around to my favorite producers (Aubert, Becklyn, Bevan, Carter, Myriad, Rivers-Marie, and Quivet), but I'm excited to try the 2018 when it ships! I'll probably let a few bottles get some a...

I ended up picking up 3 Bevan Dr. Crane, with all of the recent offers I've had to scale back in order to get some from all of my favorites (Greer, William and Mary, Bevan) in this late September release cycle...wish I could get more, but excited to try Russell's take on Dr. Crane!

Had a 2012 Quivet Cellars Napa Cab on Saturday with some friends, drinking REALLY well, PnP, and just a nice bottle of Napa Cab. A few weeks ago I had a 2014 Myriad Cellars Beckstoffer Georges III. I had read many people enjoy this wine on the young side--this 2014 is still pumping out amazing depth...

Every winemaker I have spoken to has said that the 2018 growing season in Northern California was absolutely perfect. An example I have mentioned before is Scott Schultz of Jolie Laide whose wines I adore. When I picked up the Spring release of the 2018's in May of 2019, "Speaking with Scott while ...

Corison is a great producer that I'd rate higher than the usual 90-93 points her wines seem to get, but with that said, Galloni usually likes a restrained more classic Napa cab that she produces. A. Rafanelli comes to mind, but I don't think they submit their wines for review (any more?).

saul_cooperstein wrote: ↑
September 20th, 2020, 8:07 pm
Perhaps also taking into account barrel scores in which a 92-94 (that ends up at 92 or 93), or similar, might be considered 94-95 for email / description purposes because at one point it included a 94?

Very good point!

Am I the only one that thinks Dunnuck gives high praise to everything? He's a good 2-3 points higher than Antonio Galloni it seems (except for the recent Realm The Bard, both 98s), I know not Pinot Noir, but that recent score is fresh in my mind.. With that being said I really enjoyed a recent 2018...

Nick F. wrote: ↑
September 20th, 2020, 12:10 pm
The shiner comment pushed me into a case

I'm newer to this thread, and would being bottled into a shiner mean that the source winery bottled it, and de Negoce labels will be put on?

Do we know if this is a single vineyard from St. Helena? I am just going to throw out Lewelling Vineyard as a guess?

Ok, I considered not getting OG #41, but you know what? Sometimes a full throttle Napa Cab is like comfort food, for me at least. If anything, it'll allow me to age the other more costly big 2018 Napa cabs on the way (Carter, Rivers Marie, Realm, Myriad, Quivet, Becklyn, etc.). I am looking forward ...

Just got my postcard in the mail, and am fired up about this release on October 1st. Having skipped both 'Crow bottlings in 2017, I was a bit concerned that my allocation to this wine would be drastically cut or eliminated. I'm happy to report that my allocation is a healthy one, although my AMEX w...

D@vid Bu3ker wrote: ↑
September 17th, 2020, 5:19 pm
Like I said in my note, it’s a significant step up in refinement. The style is the same as the Napa Cab.

Sorry, I totally blanked on your note above--I do enjoy your tasting notes, btw.

Appreciate it!

These are really well made but last I checked it was like a buck seventy five. Uggghh, tough Purchase to justify. It’s a pass here. Sadly there are so few Napa Cabs that are this good, but reasonably priced. The “basic” Napa Cabernet is still an amazing wine. I thought the Kronos was a price too fa...

I only went with 3 Bards and no wishlist, but needed to keep my order to a minimum, unfortunately. Went really deep with Carter/Myriad/Quivet/Becklyn, and with Greer, M. Etain, and a few others coming up, it'll be a rough month on the card. With that said, 2018 is said to be a great vintage, so I'm ...

I'm very intrigued by the Bevan Dr. Crane!! I usually am a 6 pack buyer of Ontogeny, but I'll hopefully be able to pick up a Dr. Crane when offered (fingers crossed, since I'm not sure on the case production on that one).

I've had 2 bottles of the 2016 so far, and they've been fabulous--serious Cabernet Sauvignon! The first bottle I double decanted and served 3 hours later, the second bottle I popped and poured and enjoyed over dinner and over a few hours (alternating with another wine)--I really liked this approach ...

Here’s the Roy Piper hype from the Rivers Marie thread: William has a new wine, I think it's gonna be called "Pickett Road." 100% Cab from a vineyard near Araujo. The crazy part is it's only $75 per bottle. Very ripe and red-fruited, silky and ready to go, although it should go a while too. I place...

Here’s the Roy Piper hype from the Rivers Marie thread: William has a new wine, I think it's gonna be called "Pickett Road." 100% Cab from a vineyard near Araujo. The crazy part is it's only $75 per bottle. Very ripe and red-fruited, silky and ready to go, although it should go a while too. I place...

I ended up getting this, based on the notes (and the Oakville/St. Helena) fruit. The only other case I ended up buying is the Rutherford cab a few offers back (I forget the number). Looking forward to enjoying these wines, as well as using them as cellar defenders, and also--as some have said, see h...

blarmston wrote: ↑
September 7th, 2020, 4:24 pm
Thanks Chris!

You're welcome!

blarmston wrote: ↑
September 7th, 2020, 3:28 pm

OwenB wrote: ↑
September 7th, 2020, 2:34 pm
For those who are interested, strong ratings and a very complimentary write up from Vinous (AG) today.
Are you able to post scores and TN’s? Or if that would get you “in trouble”, just scores?

Just posted in the thread, forgot to quote this question, blarmston.

Hi, the Vinous ratings are:

The Bard - 98
Moonracer - 97+
Falstaff - 97
The Tempest - 96

Very interesting the Galloni and Dunnuck were both at 98 for The Bard! I find Dunnuck at least a point or two higher usually--especially with Myriad/Quivet, for example.

I signed up as well, based on the Instagram post, odd website, not much info. But we shall see.

Brian Tuite wrote: ↑
September 3rd, 2020, 10:04 am
Mike Smith is in the house! I’ll have to pop a couple and check in. Maybe a Kenefick and a Peterson Family. Stay tuned.

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A Peterson tasting note would be MUCH appreciated!!

Well, I finally bit, and got a case of OG N.44 2018 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon. Looking forward to it!

I had two. Opened one and loved it. Will probably sit on the other for a year or two. Love hearing the positive reviews fellas! Only 2 here as well - temping to open one based on your comments. Rich, I tend to enjoy younger wines, but I really don't think there is a miss here. Why oh why did I only...

About a week ago, had my lone Wedrock. Fantastic! Drink it now, save it for later. Either way, you will not be disappointed. Wish I had more or they would consider this an annual release. Thanks for the note, and opening one up! I've got only one as well. A yearly release would be great, and a blen...

I am a fan of some SB, Bevan's is a good tasting version for me, but I understand the dislike---especially if your white wine of preference is Riesling, or some unoaked, leaner Chardonnay, etc.

Great back story, and tasting notes! I've never had a first growth, but it's on the list. I appreciate your note.

I just ordered 6. Won’t ship until fall because I live in Minnesota, unfortunately. But better than risking cooking the wine...

After going really long with some favorite cabs for the 2018 vintage (Carter, Myriad, Becklyn, Quivet, Rivers Marie) I'll have to be a bit judicious for the remainder of the year. As far as other wines I got over the summer, I did end up getting a 9-pack of Maxem pinot and chard, as well as some sum...

Had to cut my order down due to cellar space, and going pretty deep on 2018 cabs...

2 2018 Syrah, Rosella's
2 2018 Zinfandel, Mancini Ranch
2 2018 Zinfandel, Papera Ranch

Looking forward to trying a 2016 out tonight (not sure which), to *make sure* I don't want to order any more

After a bunch of back and forth, I decided to go for 3 Herb Lamb, 3 Lore, 3 NV. As much as I wish I could order more, Myriad/Quivet/Becklyn/Carter I went big on, and there is also Bedrock and Carlisle that I need to get a few of. I am really loading up on the 2018s based on the quality of the vintag...

Much cheaper than release on the '17 https://www.winebid.com/BuyWine/Item/7503952/2017-Myriad-Cellars-Beckstoffer-George-III-Rutherf~ All in price for me is $144+shipping at the $115 auction price. I think some of that price is reflective of the 2017 vintage, with that said, I haven't been disappoi...

Can anyone briefly describe the style of these wines? Or some wines they are comparable with? I'm a big fan of Scarlet cab - are these similar in any way? Mike Smith learned under Thomas so you get that. I think Mike pushes the envelope a little further though. With that said I think if you like Sc...

Maybe with a little luck Vinous will get a review out before ordering time. Galloni liked the 2017s, he gave the Panek and Lore 94s, and the Napa Valley a 92. Very enthusiastic about the quality, taste, and variety of the bottlings. I can only hope 2018 is as good or better, considering the vintage...

Yea, I know Jeb is a fan and always fairly generous to Mike's and TRB's wines, but they are also really good wine. Galloni had been enjoying the 18 Pinot and Chards from what I remember, while I still had my trial for Vinous. Wouldn't be surprised if the trend continues for the cabs. I know Galloni...

Has anyone seen any press on the release? Yes, I just checked Jeb Dunnuck's website, and he has scores up. He tasted barrels in January 2020. I joined his website because I wasn't able to taste in Napa/Sonoma due to COVID-19. 2018 Rivers Marie Cabernet Sauvignon Larkmead Vineyard 94-96 2018 Rivers ...

JLuch wrote: ↑
July 16th, 2020, 8:38 am
Tasting notes are up on the RM site: https://www.riversmarie.com/wines/2018-cabernet

Thanks for the heads up. I was going to try to go light this year (since I went heavy with Carter, Becklyn, Myriad, Quivet) but I don't think that'll be possible. Great notes!

Folks started posting in the Carlisle what are you drinking thread. I went in for 16 bottles. Papera, Pagani, Mancini, Two Acres, Radiant Ridge, Rosella's. That sounds like a great selection! I've got to limit mine a bit this year just due to going heavy in 2018 Napa Cabs, but Mike's wines are alwa...

After tasting my first bottle of 2016 Greer, I went back and ordered another 3-pack. Serious Napa Cabernet! I also think that with some bottle age, it could become quite special, and more importantly, I feel that it has the depth of fruit, tannin, and acid to support improving over time.

Jim Clary wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 1:23 pm
I am always impressed with Will's responsiveness and sharing of information. Just awesome service!

Seconded!!!

William Segui wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 12:10 pm

JohnP wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 9:49 am
@Will Any insight on number of bottles from each vineyard?
This is the allocation model I'm currently working with

4 - Napa
5 - Calistoga
6 - Panek
3 - Lore
3 - Herb Lamb

Appreciate it! Looking forward to the release, will tasting notes be posted soon?

I'm running out of cellar space (went large with the 2018 Napa Cabs), I've got smatterings of Carlisle going back to the 2015 vintage, any recommendations on the Zins? Any standout favorites? Sounds like Mike really likes the Pagani. If Brian Tuite jumps in here he can validate but I think 2018 zin...

I'm running out of cellar space (went large with the 2018 Napa Cabs), I've got smatterings of Carlisle going back to the 2015 vintage, any recommendations on the Zins? Any standout favorites? Sounds like Mike really likes the Pagani.

MarkSt wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 10:09 am

AD Northup wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 10:07 am
I just got an email that the release was open, but no ability to buy on the website...anyone else see anything?
I temporairly had the same issue. Try again. The offer is up.

Correct, I was worried as well when I couldn't access the offer. I am in now.

Charles Kersten wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 9:33 am
I always find the Panek a great bottle as well. One of those can't go wrong offers....

Charles, I totally agree. Last year I bought 3 Paneks, and have blown through 2 already, and it was my first year buying Panek. It's a great bottle of wine (even in a tougher vintage), can't wait for 2018.

MatthewT wrote: ↑
July 14th, 2020, 9:28 am
I was gonna buy 2-3 HL max; maybe 2-3 of each? I dunno, I have so many de negoce's coming and they 1/5th the price and I have no storage room.

Ah, got it! 2-3 each, is great, then you can try some on the younger side, and age a few too.

If you are looking to buy 2-3 max, I'd suggest a Napa, Lore, and Herb Lamb. But that's just me. OR 2 Napas, and either a Lore or Herb Lamb. I've consumed 2 bottles of 2016 Lore so far, and it's a serious cabernet. I am going to sit on my last bottle and let it age a few years, because I think it's g...

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