Buehler, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

I think the structure is getting ahead of the fruit and suspect from other comments that this was better a few years ago. But still some nice fruit.

2012 vintage

Still great. Muted red fruit, no tannins at this point. Very smooth.

2003 vintage

Still holding its own, smooth and delicious.

2012 vintage

Delicious. Drinking really well at this stage.

2012 vintage

This bottle tasted great. No decant and drank over 4 hours. Almost no sediment, very good purity, nice power, the fruit does have a baked/dried component to it.

2003 vintage

The wine was decanted and enjoyed over two hours. The color is dark purple with a hint of bricking. The initial aromas were classic Buehler/Howell Mountain. Very nice mature cassis and ripe, roasted blackberry complimented by black rock minerality. The tannins are nicely integrated and the wine has a very nice fine, almost filigreed texture. The evolution of the wine was not for better or significant. Some fresh earthiness and stewed quality to the fruit emerged. There was a significant …

2003 vintage

Served with rubbed and grilled flat iron steaks. Decanted about 45 minutes before serving. Intense cassis, berries, and a light spice (such as nutmeg) in the initial flavors. Viscous mid-range, intense fruit, good length. Reminds me of the 2012 Caymus and some will like it and some want. Not sure if it has the structure to age well, but it does be interesting to try in 5 years or so when some of the fruit declines.

2012 vintage

I haven't had Buehler wines in awhile and after drinking this tonight, I realized what I've been missing. The nose is aromatic, full of dark cherry, baking spices, and anise. I may have even detected a bit of chocolate on the palate before the finish kicked in with some herbaceous notes and white pepper.

2012 vintage

K&L Wine Club Selection; consumed at 2015 End of Year Party

2012 vintage

Cloudy, very deep garnet. Cinnamon, blackberry plum. Blueberry. Short balanced finish.

2012 vintage

From K&L wine club - bottle came in frozen in transit so cork was 2/3 out. Don't know if it was compromised, but decided to give it a try. It was not. Little green on the nose, initially very fruit forward. Little air time balances it out with secondary tannins in the form of coffee and tobacco. Good value cab as always, but not spectacular.

2012 vintage

Still great. Lots of fruit. Good cab.

2003 vintage

Paired with roasted chicken. Also drank with DeBrand's chocolates for dessert. Wine opened up a bit sharp; but became very tasty after a bit. Really enjoyable

2003 vintage

Black plum, red licorice, a touch of cedar. This has supple black plum and blackberry flavors, some chocolate notes on the finish. A bit hot, but solid.

2003 vintage

Will not give this a poor rating since I have enjoyed this wine over the years. However, this vintage is past its' prime. Kept in ideal conditions, this should have been drunk earlier.

2003 vintage

Agree with '10 comments. Importantly, this vintage is past its prime.

2003 vintage

Popped and vinturi'd. Sadly, this wine was old and tired tasting. Lots of sediment, have a half bottle left, and will see if a day has helped, but believe it will be more of the same. Hung onto this for a couple years too long, it appears.

2003 vintage

One of the worst wines I have had all year. I have had some good luck on 03s from solid producers such as Anderson's, Etude, Heitz and others but this is why I hate cheaper 03 Cabs from California. Stewed fruits, earth and stones. No balance and this wine is well past prime.

2003 vintage

Enjoyed this bottle a few years ago, and decided to hold a couple. Really no difference. Needed a little time to breathe, but mostly unchanged with additional cellar time.

2003 vintage

consistent with 2/16/08 note. still very good.

2003 vintage

Bought 4 of these and drank the first a few years ago. Thought it would improve with age, but really very similar to the previous bottle. Still very good, but will drink the other 2 shortly.

2003 vintage

Still at its peak

2003 vintage

very nice juice for 20 a pop ... loads of dark fruits on the nose ... even more fruit on the palate ... very smooth on the finish ... an excellent Cali Cab for the $ ... 89

2003 vintage

Dark berries on the nose. More dark berries on the palate as well as black currant. Sweet and mild tannins. Not a very complicated wine but very tasty nonetheless. Moderately short finish.

2003 vintage

Tasty. it was worth keeping around a couple Years. good value too. Big enough to go with a powerful dish; good with food.

2003 vintage

Nose: Very sweet red fruit with some cassis. Some alcohol heat after aeration. Palate: The sweet red fruit showing with spice coming through at the end. Rather quick finish. Not bad.

2003 vintage

This is a good everyday wine not very complex but great with food.

2003 vintage

Okay wine, tannins were well integrated but I had the vegetal note which bothered me. Was a little underwhelmed given the rating, decanted for 2 hours.

2003 vintage

Great QPR. Sat on this for a while and can say I think I drank it at the right time. Drinking great now.

2003 vintage

Drinking very nicely now. Smooth fruit standing out with excellent balance and structure.

2003 vintage

Easily able to echo the sentiments of most of the high 80s/low 90 point raters here. Just really, really nice everything. About a $23 bottle for me here in the midwest, but worth every penny and more. Stood up beautifully to a filet mignon. Shame I only have one bottle... :-(

2003 vintage

Buehler is one of my absolute favorite Napa Cabs and a tremendous QPR. This one stays true to what I've come to expect from them. Fabulous dark fruit nose with cedar notes. Wonderfully concentrated blackberry & black currant flavors that have excellent depth. Ripe and slightly sweet, chewy tannins. Nicely balanced out with just enough acidity. This bottle drinks better than most of the $50+ Napa cabs for only $25. Very well done and highly recommended.

2003 vintage

A typically competent QPR Cab from Buehler. And surprisingly as superior a 2003 as I have drank.

2003 vintage

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