Winery - Byington
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This year Byington blended in some Syrah with the Cabernet Sauvignon, to good effect. I wish the wine were crisper and better structured, but there’s no denying the deliciousness factor. The black currant pudding, cherry pie and vanilla-sprinkled mocha flavors are irresistible.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Opens with pleasant aromas of cherry and raspberry purée, cola, Asian spice, vanilla and toasted marshmallow, then turns opulently fruity and dry in the mouth. It’s not light-bodied, though; shows a weight of tannic density that suggests serious pairings, such as lamb and steak.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Correct but not inspiring, with earthy, coffee and cherry notes. Finishes with some roughness and astringency.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Soft and ripe, this Cab has polished cherry, blackberry and black raspberry flavors, enriched with spicy, toasty oak. Seems to typify a well-grown, well-made California Cabernet that got plenty of heat during the growing season. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Soft and somewhat simple, with lots of liqueur-like cherry, cassis, chocolate, coffee, spice and oak flavors, but not much structure. Best now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
From 2,000-foot vineyards comes this ripe, intense Cabernet. Very pure cassis aromas and flavors, and lots of oak. Rich and dense in the mouth, with young, flashy fruit. Ripe and polished, and what a long finish. Soft but fine tannins. Can drink now or age.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
An immature Chard that shows great promise. Here’s tight, nervous fruit, and steely, crisp acidity, wrapped in an oaky package. The pedigree shows in the polish and earthy complexity. Best to age for a year or so.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
There are some pretty features to this wine, namely the lovely tannins and rich fruit, but it’s just too soft and sweet. Tastes like blackberry jam, with extra white sugar spinkled on top.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Softly luscious in cherry pie and milk chocolate flavors, this pretty wine finishes with a taste of cassis. It’s gentle and easy, with an edge of tannin. Totally dry, but rich in fruity essence.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here’s a dry Chardonnay, notable for its firm structure. Acidity and oak tannins provide the framework for the candied Meyer lemon, mango, floral, mineral and buttered toast flavors. There’s a touch of bitterness in the finish that suggests very modest aging. Drink now through 2008.
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