1978 Mondavi Cab

[Chef1]

I have a magnum of 1978 Mondavi Cab that has been stored very well. The ulage is good. Does anyone have an idea what it's value might be? Thanks for any help!

Joseph

[Drew]

Chef1, Welcome... which model? (vineyard etc.)

Drew

[Chef1]

Hi Drew, It's just a "regular" bottling, no specific vineyard. I know '78 was a pretty decent year, and the fact that it's a magnum should help in it's aging. Any idea's? Thanks, Joseph

[Bucko]

The 78 Reserve was highly rated by several critics, whereas the Napa bottling was panned (example - Parker gave it an 84). It will be a tough sell.

[winoweenie]

As I've observed on the board many times, the 78s' IMHO have all gone over the hill with 2 exceptions. The last 78 Mondavi reserve I had was dying. 78 was a vintage with ultra-ripe juice that was acid-deficient. The massive amount of fruit was its' salvation. WW