PRESS At Staglin Family Vineyard we strive to make the best possible wine from our property on the Rutherford bench. We are happy many of you enjoy what we produce.
February 2013 | 2009 Staglin Family Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon: 95 points
"A lovely subtle Cabernet with
firm tannins, a generous ripeness and great acidity. The wine offers a very
intense nose with notes of ripe black fruits followed by a touch of cedar
wood, tobacco and a hint of eucalyptus which bring a touch of freshness.
Drink 2014-2030."
-Yohan Jousselin MS of Decanter
December 2012 | 2009 Staglin Family Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon: 95 points
"The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon is bursting with primal energy. Sweet floral
notes meld into juicy red berries, spice box and cedar, all of which are
laced together with remarkable elegance. Silky tannins add to an impression
of refinement and total finesse. In 2009, Staglin’s Cabernet Sauvignon
impresses for its superb delineation and nuance. The 2009 can be enjoyed
with minimum cellaring if given a few hours in decanter. Anticipated
maturity: 2017-2029."
-Antonio Galloni of Wine Advocate
December 2012 | 2009 Staglin Family Vineyard INEO
Proprietary Red: 94+ points
"Mocha, espresso, plums, tobacco and new leather all come to life in the
2009 INEO. A rich, layered Bordeaux-styled blend, the INEO is endowed with
serious depth and power. I very much like the wine’s inner resonance and
sheer personality. The blend is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Cabernet Franc
and 5% Petit Verdot. The relatively high amount of Cabernet Franc gives the
wine much of its beguiling, complex bouquet and compelling personality. I
loved it. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029."
-Antonio Galloni of Wine Advocate
December 2012 | 2010 Staglin Family Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon: 96+ points
"The estate’s 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon bursts from the glass with juicy red
berries, tar, asphalt, licorice, mint and violets. The 2010 is a little
cooler, racier and yet more reticent than the 2009, but that is very much
in the style of the year. Firm yet well-integrated tannins frame the
finish. Hints of mocha, blueberry jam and cloves resonate on the powerful,
structured, saline-infused finish. The 2010 is sexy, explosive and
striking, but it needs time. With a little air, the wine becomes more
delicate and refined. There is a level of nuance and pure class in the 2010
that elevates it to one of the finest and most promising wines of the
vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2030."
-Antonio Galloni of Wine Advocate