California Cabernet Vintages

[Jeff_M1]

2023 Is Looking Like a MONUMENTAL Vintage for Napa

How is this? Only for vintages since I have been in Napa and making wine. Remember, this is only my views on the overall vintages. We have reached a point in viticulture and winemaking that some good wines are made in every vintage now. As you will see, I am a hard grader. “Average” means average for Napa, which given our usual warmth and sun, is pretty good. 2005: AVERAGE. Lacking a little in concentration and ripeness but elegant. Drink now. 2006: GOOD. Has gained enormously since the vinta…

Here are Roy’s notes