1994 Ch. Montelena " Calistoga Cuvee "

[winoweenie]

12/14. Tried another bottle of this as the last one was so closed and dumb I finally gave up on it after 3 days and into the Marinara Sauce it went. This brute of a wine is opening up. Almost opaque, with black fruits galore with the chocolate, spicy,deep nose that`s associated with Napa fuit. Big entry, lots going on with a solid center and a 4-lapper finish. To all of you who have this cellared, leave it for at least another 2 years. IMHO, It`ll be a beauty. Best Cuvee I`ve had. winoweenie

[Innkeeper]

How much, do you estimate, was that marinara sauce worth? Sounds like something Martha Stewart would have made.

[winoweenie]

Far more satisfying than putting it in my vinegar barrel and having the Mother convert it to the compliment to " OIL ". WW

[This message has been edited by winoweenie (edited 12-17-2000).]