Winery - Marston Family
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Somewhat lean and firm textured, with powdery tannins that frame a core of blackberry, cassis, anise, herbs and spice. The finish is moderate in length, with a hint of astringency. With time, the wine should age quite gracefully. Best after 2006.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This Cab flirts with overripeness, and just manages to avoid it. Another day or two on the vine, and those currant and chocolate flavors would have been raisins. Winemaker Philippe Melka has lavished considerable oak on it, and it shows in the raw, cedar and ash aroma. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A very fine Cab. It’s tightly wound and rather closed down now, with sturdy tannins, but chew on it and discover a fantastic core of sweet blackberry fruit. Best after 2008 and long afterwards. By renowned vintner Philippe Melka.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Soft, fruity and oaky, a big, generous Cab stuffed with lots of blackberries, black currants, chocolate, anise and smoky cedarwood. Delicious, and at its best now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The vineyard, on Spring Mountain, has been the source of very good Cabs from both Marston and Beringer, and the ’04 continues that tradition. Made in the modern style, this is soft and very ripe to the point of sweetness. But it pulls back at the last minute, allowing the cassis, chocolate and red cherry flavors to finish dry. Best with something simple, like a grilled steak.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Opens with aromas of black currants, chocolate and olives, then adds toasty oak. The mouthfeel is smooth and velvety, and the wine is fully dry. There’s an edge of rough earthiness that keeps it from getting a higher score, but it’s still a very good wine. —S.H.
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