Colgin, Cariad, Napa Valley, California, 2008, 3x75cl
Appellation: Napa Valley AVA, California (grapes primarily from David Abreu’s Madrona Ranch vineyard in St. Helena, alongside a small portion from the Thorevilos vineyard)
Blend: 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot
Ageing: Approximately 20 to 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels
Drinking Window: 2018–2030+
CRITIC SCORES
James Suckling – 96 points
Wine Advocate – 95 points
Wine Enthusiast – 95 points
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry and black cassis alongside savoury nuances of barbecue rub, graphite, dried herbs, and subtle spice from the oak. Full-bodied and rich with a smooth, velvety texture. Long, seamless finish balanced by fine-grained tannins.
Colgin, Cariad, Napa Valley, California, 2008, 3x75cl
Appellation: Napa Valley AVA, California (grapes primarily from David Abreu’s Madrona Ranch vineyard in St. Helena, alongside a small portion from the Thorevilos vineyard)
Blend: 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot
Ageing: Approximately 20 to 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels
Drinking Window: 2018–2030+
CRITIC SCORES
James Suckling – 96 points
Wine Advocate – 95 points
Wine Enthusiast – 95 points
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry and black cassis alongside savoury nuances of barbecue rub, graphite, dried herbs, and subtle spice from the oak. Full-bodied and rich with a smooth, velvety texture. Long, seamless finish balanced by fine-grained tannins.