Bond - Vecina Napa Valley 2009 (1.5L) CalfiorniaCritical Acclaim 98 points Vinous The 2009 Vecina is dark, sumptuous and also remarkably forthcoming for a young wine from this Oakville site. Smoke, leather, tobacco, licorice and grilled herbs infuse a dark, virile Cabernet Sauvignon that leans more towards sensuality than pure power. In any other tasting the 2009 would steal the show, but the level of this flight is high. Very high. (AG, 03 2017) 93 points Wine Spectator Dark, rich, dry and savory,
Total dry extract: 33 g/L
The Santa Lucias
In total the property has 120 hectares of vines with some particularly prized plots in the high altitude Uco Valley where conditions are ideal for premium winemaking
With just a little spritz
the 1995 has at least another decade ahead of it
Drinking 2025-2045
black cherry and red currant combine with smoke and dark chocolate flavors that accentuate the sweet mid-palate and help produce a soft
the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc opens with a nuanced blend of citrus zest and nectarines
It is certainly very well balanced with graphite-tinged black fruit
we are honored to have worked with this vineyard and the Hayne family for over twenty-six years
the official grape of the Cour-Cheverny AOC
and a wine I clearly underrated from barrel