Colgin, Cariad, Napa Valley, California, 2008, 3x75cl (In Bond)

£669.50

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.