1994 BPradel Howell Mtn. Ranch

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Bernard Pradel, a frenchman, bought 40 acres on Hoell Mtn. I bought and reviewed his 92 in the 92 series and said this "My first bottle of his wine. Lots going on. Can't wait to see what he did in 94." Well it's a shame that this was his last bottling. Never got to meet him nor find out why he packed up and left Napa. A definate Bordeaux slant on this very subtle bottling. Brite ruby with darker highlites. Black cherry, mint, chocolate, and cigar-box aromas jump outta the ole' Reidel and come across on the palate. Silky entry, mid-weight center and a solid 4-lapper finish make this one outstanding bottling. He also made a Yountville Ranch bottling I'll pull. Super juice from a super vintage. 91/93. 30 by the box.12.8% alc. WW