605 Chateau Montelena: The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa
Valley 2015
This 2015 vintage is a show stopper that exudes depth and textural richness.
The wine has the old world structure we expect of Montelena with a nice inter-
play of silky, fine-grain tannins. On the nose, we get black cherry, plum, laven-
der and licorice. There are many layers as it builds with a smokiness and fla-
vors of cocoa, spice and blackberry.
Robert Parker - 95 points
Donors: Richard and Kelly Cook
Value: $150
606 Odette Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District 2014
This impressive rich wine has aromatics of graphite, spring flowers, and some
blackberry and blueberry fruit. It is made up of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15%
Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, Mablec and Petit Verdot. Full-bodied and
elegant, but also substantial and long finishing, this wine can be enjoyed now
or cellared for 20 or more years.
Robert Parker - 95 points
Donors: Chris and Barbra Riegel
Value: $130
607 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
This big, dark and juicy wine has an element of wildness that runs through it.
Graphite, licorice, tar and smoke are just some of the nuances that add com-
plexity. The 2006 boasts superb purity from start to finish. Elements of flesh-
iness give the impression the 2006 might drink well relatively early, until the
massive tannins set in. Floral notes add freshness on the finish.
Donors: Dean and Alyson Decker
Value: $150
Wine and Spirits Auction
Main Event 2020
