Erna Schein Cabernet Sauvignon Crowley Vineyard

Straightforward lead pencil and cassis. Full bodied, dark berries and some espresso on the finish. A very nice Napa cab. While the Behrens blends can be very rich bordering on over the top, the single vineyard cabs are very pure expressions of Cabernwt fruit, as this was.

Wine was properly stored from purchase upon release from winery until consumed. Opened 10 minutes in advance. A major fruit bomb. Berries galore, cherries, a touch of citrus. Amazing, lovely bouquet. Clear, bright, fruit forward, ready to drink. Impressive wine. Cassis emerges after 30 minutes, more classic claret notes. A touch of chocolate in the finish after an hour - perfect timing to herald dessert. Wine was still showing more after an hour, so may have a few more years …

Rich velvety full bodied wine. Delicious big fruit, but tannin and acidity are lacking. Drink now.

This tied with the Clos Alpalta 2004 for WOTN. Blue fruit and violet aromas. Big blueberry and blackberry flavors mix with a touch of tobacco - backed by lively acidity and fine tannins.

Perfect balance and body. One of my favourite wines I've ever drank.

Absolutely delicious. Decanted for just under an hour before drinking. Paired with a chicken dinner, it was fruity, well balanced and smooth.

Opened and decanted for over an hour. Dark fruits, earth, sweet tobacco on the nose. Smooth palate with just a little grip on the finish. I will hold the other bottle for at least another year or so.

Amazing cab. Nicely balanced tannins and a great nose. Wish I had more. We love the Erna schein wines!