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DJ Hombre

Napa Valley, California

Barrel Filler
Posts:1366

02/15/2004 7:03 PM
Blue Oval of the Chicago Wine Mafia brought his own little mafia to the Valley this week. A dinner was setup, and if you follow the WS Forums you probably saw the thread on it. The dinner was at All Seasons Bistro in Calistoga, organized by pyang. In attendance; Blue Oval (and cousins, all 9 of 'em), Stealthman, Redwingstoneware and fiance (or wifey, or gf... i'm not sure), pyang, and myself. I wrote down all but one of the wines, which was a sparkler from Michigan that ran out before I got a chance to taste it (le sigh)... it smelled really good though. A Riesling / Pinot Noir blend. 1994 Iron Horse Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine Pale Yellow, bright & shiny complexion Apricot, Pear, Fig, Toast, Nutty Aromas Creamy mouthfeel, uplifting sensation. Very nicely made, harmonious. 1995 Pomeray Champagne Clear, Transluccent complexion Lots of yeast, a little lemon, and oats Striking acidity, yeast overpowers a bit Nice champagne, nonetheless. Needs a lot more time. 1988 Salon Champagne Pale-Pale Yellow, bright complexion toast, stone fruit, citrus notes Creamy palate, toast is prevalent with a little cherry action in the back. It's a champagne that shows it's age. Very Nice. 1969 Inglenook Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dark Ruby Red, Fading Edges Chocolate, Anise, raspberries, black currant, cinnamon, star anise & prune notes Medium bodies, chocolate and dried fruit on the palate. Tannins are still kicking. Balanced, and beautiful. You wouldn't have guessed it was 35 years old. 2001 Selbach-Oster Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spatlese Clear, bright, translucent complexion Extremely heady nose, flora, stone fruit, wet stone, orange zest, tons of spice, apricot, white peaches Juicy palate, excellent structure. Creamy palate. Very Nice. Balanced, long finish. 1997 Chateau Arnaud de Jacquemeau - Saint Emillion Grand Cru (Interesting to note that this is a Cab Sauv, Malbec, and PINOT NOIR blend) Ruby red, fading edges, clear complexion Cedar, chocolate, tobacco, blueberry, ripe cherry a little vanilla, mineral notes Medium body, juicy bluberry fruit, a little tannin structure, condensed, earth palate. A bit tight. Balanced, and good. 1994 Opus One Dark ruby red, fading edges. Cedar, dark berries, mint, strawberries, spicebox, black currants, star anise lively tannins, juicy, tobacco, leather and minerals on the palate Good finish, Very Nice wine. Balanced. 1994 Bryant Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dark Purple, fading edges, bright complexion... you would have never guessed this was 10 years old. Cedar, leather, mineral, blueberry, white chocolate, vanilla and spice notes creamy mouthfeel, good strong tannins, big wine. A tad bit alcoholic on the finish, but very nice indeed. 1999 Bryant Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dark purple, bright complexion lots of dark berry fruit and a little vegetable action goin on juicy, fruit forward, cluster of spice on the palate. Big. Long finish, very nice. 2000 Bryant Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Inky blackish purple lush, sweet blueberry, vanilla, white chocolate, leather, cedar notes rich, creamy palate, strong tannins with a little oak in the back. Is a bit edgy, and definatly needs more time. But this wine is pretty damn slammin. 1999 Araujo Cabernet Sauvignon Dark red, fading edges, bright complexion lush berry, dark fruit, spice, subtle blueberry, raspberry, vanilla, spicey cocoa and coffee notes. You would swear this was a barrel sample. It tastes like it's right out of the barrel. It is a bit astringent, but it's such a beautiful wine. 1997 Sherwin Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Inky black, light purple edges Cedar, black currant, leather, blackberry blueberry notes bih, juicy palate w/ a little fresh herb action. Excellent tannin structure. Beautiful wine, very nice. Long long finish. 1998 Sherwin Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dark red, bright complexion Meaty, spicey, berry and bayleaf notes Medium - Big bodied, spice & fruit action. Softer than the `97, but still very very good. Good finish, very nice. 1999 Sherwin Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reddish purple, bright complexion Meaty, blackberry, raspberries and chocolate, fresh herbs, bayleaf It attacks your palate, big, juicy with mouthwatering sensations that make you crave a steak. Tight, but very nice. 2001 Sherwin Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dark reddish brown. Fading edges Tobacco, cedar, fresh berries, oak, herbs, meat, mint, chocolate notes Big, huge palate, bunch of fruit, super tannins, spicey and meaty. Balanced, good finish. Very Good. 1975 Leoville Les Cases - St Julien Light purple, fading edges black currant, mineral, leather, dried fruit, star anise, all spice, graphite Medium bodied, spive driven with anise, clove and cinnamon in the forefront. Very nice structure. Smooth, elegant, harmonious wine. Beautiful long finish. 1990 Lafaurie Peyraguey Amber, clear, bright complexion Nutty, peanut, coconut, white chocolate, honey, floral aromas Dense, rich, lush and in complete harmony. Very very nice. 1996 Chateau De Fesles Bonnezeaux Straw yellow, bright complexion wet stone, apricot, honey, raspberry, ripe red apple notes Medium body, rich, floral, good acidity structure. Medium Dry, lots of sweetness to play with. Balanced, beautifully made. Moelleux like. 1910 Inglenook Vineyards California Port Light light red, pinkish, color. Rich caramel, strawberries, raspberries, custardy, vanilla, cinnamon, clove notes Smooth medium body. Sweet, rich, very lush. sticky. Smooth, smoth wine. Long long finish. Excellent. Now THAT was a treat!!!!! The cork was in amazing condition. Everything about this was special. I kept the bottle.

Eric White User is Offline

San Ramon, CA

Advanced Sommelier
Posts:9228

02/15/2004 7:09 PM
Wow Who do you think you are DJ? Alohaj?? Excellent notes, amazing lineup, sounds like a very special night

Pool Boy

Laurl, MD (DC suburb)

Master of Wine
Posts:13707

02/15/2004 8:14 PM
DJ that is some lineup and thanks for posting notes on it all as well. I am envious of your tasting some from 1910 -- holeee-cow!

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Budman

Master of Wine
Posts:11874

02/15/2004 8:21 PM
DJ... All I can say is... WOW!!!

DJ Hombre

Napa Valley, California

Barrel Filler
Posts:1366

02/15/2004 8:23 PM
TJ - It was very cool tasting something that predated prohibition, and was older than all of my grandparents. Not to mention... it was really, really, really freakin good.

Pool Boy

Laurl, MD (DC suburb)

Master of Wine
Posts:13707

02/15/2004 9:19 PM
Quote: TJ - It was very cool tasting something that predated prohibition, and was older than all of my grandparents. Not to mention... it was really, really, really freakin good. DJ-- We shook hook up whenever I get out that way. And I know Mrs. TJ would love to talk food with ya too (as would I). Let me know if you ever get out this way, too. 'Freakin good juice -- heh heh heh yeah

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David Niederauer User is Offline

Los Gatos, CA

Master Sommelier
Posts:15756

02/15/2004 10:11 PM
Good show dj.

Winetex

Austin, Texas

Master of Wine
Posts:10777

02/15/2004 11:30 PM
Great notes DJ!

ChangeMe

Master of Wine
Posts:12891

02/15/2004 11:34 PM
now that's some dinner dj!

Corkage

Grape Puncher
Posts:975

02/16/2004 2:08 PM
Nice, but did you eat anything or just drink?

DJ Hombre

Napa Valley, California

Barrel Filler
Posts:1366

02/16/2004 7:57 PM
Oh... the food. Funny how that was the last thing on my mind Sunday night. We had 6 course, and I remembered them all! Well, to some degree.. Timbale of Tuna Tartare, Ginger, Scallion, Lime Zest, Wasabi Aioli, Fried Taro Root Cream of Celery Root, Truffle Oil Mixed Herbal & Greens Salad, Toasted Pine Nuts, Lemon Vinaigrette Pork Loin over Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Braised Red Cabbage, Cognauc Au Jus Seared Duck Breast over Sauted Kael, timbale of potato & gruyere (i think), cherry sauce Creme Brulee Tart, fresh berries, Almaretto Chocolate Brownie Cube type thing, and something else on the dessert plate My first time at All Seasons. I'd definatly go back there. They do good food. And, since it was Valentines Day they were slammed when we were there. Yet our food wasn't overcooked, nor did the plates looked rushed. Props to line.

Tim

Barrel Filler
Posts:1465

02/17/2004 9:28 AM
Superb notes DJ, it was great to finally meet you and thanks for noting the dinner lineup. As DJ said, great food, the All Seasons did a great job again and the ambiance of the cellar is very cool. With a square table that seats 14 comfortably you can talk end to end, while you certainly have to speak up, you don't have to holler and have all other conversation cease. A lot of special wines, but that port was indeed the kicker. Very, very cool!

GATC

Barrel Sampler
Posts:2420

02/20/2004 10:23 PM
Nice notes. Glad to hear that the 97 Sherwin Family is doing well. I bought some blind and still have not tried it.

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