Larkmead Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
4/17/2012 rated 93 points: 1 hr decant. Expressive nose of creme di cassis, blackberry, cigar box, violets and soy. Medium plus body blackberry liqueur, kirsch, vanilla, and camphor. Long smooth silky finish
EMH Black Cat Cabernet 2007
4/17/2012 rated 93 points: 1 Hr decant. Expressive nose of blackberry, cassis, graphite and spice. Medium plus body of blackberry, vanilla bean, cedar and sweet tobacco. Long finish. Great balance
I opened an '07 Larkmead Cab with dinner last night and completely agree with your notes. We enjoyed it over the course of 5 hours and the last glass of the evening was the most expressive.
I had the 07 Larkmead last weekend as well and after decanting for 3 hours, I thought it was showing a bit oaky and closed. I think it needs more time.
I think the 07 larkmeads are a tad shut down, but I haven’t had one in about a year. Glad to hear a few of you are having good experiences with them!