Strala Vineyards, Napa Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvingnon 2017 EARTH the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape

the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape blanc Vieilles Vignes is an extraordinary wine

could have done with a bit more depth but pleasurable

thick yet elegant blockbuster

such as 2005

The Granato features a high percentage of Petite Sirah (60-78%) with the balance of the blend being Barbera

Strala Vineyards, Napa Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvingnon 2017 EARTH the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape92 Vinous The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is dense, powerful and juicy. Black plum, blackberry jam, tobacco, licorice, spice and leather infuse the 2017 with tons of depth and sheer volume. Although not especially subtle, this super ripe, bold Cabernet has more than enough going on to reward a decade or so of fine drinking. (AG) 09 2020