This was our fifth time trying the Cliff Lede Cab (different vintages), and although it was certainly not bad, it was not as good as the previous four vintages, in my opinion. Yes, it was smooth and soft, but just TOO smooth and soft for our liking. It did not "stand up" well to the prime rib, and I think it would have almost disappeared with a grilled steak.
I think this might be better suited as an accompaniment to cheese and/or hors d'oevres.
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A really good and distinct wine. Intensely dark color and aroma. Full body with big legs. Full mouthfeel. Smoothed out tannins after an hour decant. Big cheery and blueberry fruit with some chalky tones. Awesome with a steak, but a bit too strong on its own. Drinking well now. QPR is “worth it” because of depth and distinction.
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just outstanding. the cliff lede Calistoga cab might be my favorite of all of there cabs. Only had poetry once and that was outstanding but this is right there with it.
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12/24/2022 - Kathrynfore wrote: 87 Points
This was our fifth time trying the Cliff Lede Cab (different vintages), and although it was certainly not bad, it was not as good as the previous four vintages, in my opinion. Yes, it was smooth and soft, but just TOO smooth and soft for our liking. It did not "stand up" well to the prime rib, and I think it would have almost disappeared with a grilled steak.
I think this might be better suited as an accompaniment to cheese and/or hors d'oevres.
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6/11/2022 - VinoViking Likes this wine: 93 Points
A really good and distinct wine. Intensely dark color and aroma. Full body with big legs. Full mouthfeel. Smoothed out tannins after an hour decant. Big cheery and blueberry fruit with some chalky tones. Awesome with a steak, but a bit too strong on its own. Drinking well now. QPR is “worth it” because of depth and distinction.
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1/4/2022 - Julio Iglesias wrote: 96 Points
just outstanding. the cliff lede Calistoga cab might be my favorite of all of there cabs. Only had poetry once and that was outstanding but this is right there with it.
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10/22/2021 - Chefcar Likes this wine: 92 Points
This was yummy - full bodied and smooth all around. Great balance of fruit, earthiness with a nice long finish.
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6/15/2021 - Julio Iglesias Likes this wine: 95 Points
delicious. So much flavor and power. Love cliff lede's calistoga cab.
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