Wine of the Month:
Best Red


December 1, 2002

“. . .  not just another pricey Napa Valley Cabernet. . . aromas of blackberry, spiced cherry and plum are restrained and refined. . . lovely flavors of plum wild berry, and high-toned oak, the whole package comes across as smooth, almost unctuous, and compressed. . .”

“Pick of the Week”

 
September 25, 2002


“Look for the Long Meadow, which surpasses the quality of many so-called cults, and you can actually buy this wine. It doesn't hit you over the head with oak and tannins, instead seduces you with smoothness, elegance and class.”
92 Points


November 15, 2002


 “Firm, dark and intense,with compact currant, pencil lead, earth, leather and cedary flavors…”

91 Points


November 15, 2002


“Dark, heady …packed with smoke and vanilla. . . .a young wine meant for aging.”

93 Points


February, 2003

“Fine ripeness brings a classical elegance. . . lead pencil scent. . . flavors of black earth and humus. . . balance the deep, dark cherry. Rich and gently perfumed, this has a long life ahead.”