92+
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Slightly more earthy, displaying hints of burning
embers, creme de cassis, new saddle leather, plums, and spice, is
the full-bodied, powerful, opaque ruby/purple-tinged '05 Cabernet
Sauvignon Diamond Mountain. With loads of potential, with 2-3 years
of cellaring, it should turn out to be as good as the Pritchard
Hill.
When Leslie Rudd purchased the old Girard estate, resurrected a
new winery, and replanted much of the Oakville vineyards, the Rudd
Estate became increasingly well-known, and the name “Girard”
was seemingly forgotten. However, these Girard cuvees beg for attention. |
91
Wine Spectator
Offers a smooth, rich core of earthy currant, wild
berry, mineral and sage, along with the structure, focus, concentration
and depth to merit your attention. Ends with a long, layered, complex
finish.
Best from '11 through '18. |