“It goes without saying that probably no one did more for the image, the quality, and the prestige of Napa Valley than Robert Mondavi. He was “the” ambassador for the region, and while he certainly lived to see its rise to glory and fame, I doubt that even he envisioned these remarkable wines that are now emanating in prolific quantities from this Shangri-La for growing grapes.” – Robert Parker, 2016

Free Time Machine Ride!

Times change, don’t they? Inflation, appreciation, scarcity… so when the folks of Mondavi released a super special library vertical of 2013, 2014, and 2015 (no dog years in there mind you!) last year at $900 our eyes popped out. We played the waiting game to go in and make an offer, on your behalf and ‘stole’ a few cases via a time machine ride back to basically the original release prices. You’re welcome!

And those of you smart enough to get the full experience will remember the three packs a few weeks ago. We were lucky enough to find a few more bottles so we’ve got them available again for the luckiest few operatives!

Talk about peak drinking, these investor-grade blue-chip classics are just now hitting their perfect stride. Meridith May over at The Tasting Panel swooned over this 2015: “I’m inspired to write a sonnet after tasting it, I attempted to translate my notes into these succinct descriptives: Toffee- cedar and plum preserves accent the nose with an undertone of leather and coffee as the satiny entry leads to a dustier mid-palate.”

We can’t believe we’re even able to off this wine and even better!? We’re talking OVER 40% OFF?!

Back to Bob Parker, while we grab a Kleenex. “This is certainly a great Reserve and a worthy homage to the legendary Robert Mondavi.”

We have all three available today in the store so if you bought a vertical already, now buy your favorite vintage! Sadly, only a few were allocated…

There are many quotes and reviews about this winery and this wine but in the interest of time and space, this should suffice:

98 Points – The Tasting Panel

“The fifth vintage of this iconic vineyard- designate reserve comes in at 14.5% ABV and comprises 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cab Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. Although I’m inspired to write a sonnet after tasting it, I attempted to translate my notes into these succinct descriptives: Toffee- cedar and plum preserves accent the nose with an undertone of leather and coffee as the satiny entry leads to a dustier mid-palate. Tannins wrap the tongue with fleshy dark chocolate and dense blueberry oak.”

96+ Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

“Composed of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon To Kalon Reserve features a deep garnet-purple color and wonderfully expressive nose of crème de cassis, preserved plums and black forest cake with hints of cigar boxes, aniseed, dark chocolate and forest floor. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated in the mouth, the ripe, opulent black fruit is well supported by velvety tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and spicy..”

96 Points – James Suckling

“Very complex and changing all the time with red fruit, tile, blackberries and a hint of black truffle. Full-bodied, firm and chewy with focus and reality. Firm and driven with compact and super fine tannins. Drink now or hold.”

95 Points – Jeb Dunnuck

*“A blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 2% Petite Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon The Reserve To Kalon Vineyard is about as perfumed, upfront and sexy as they come. Sporting a ruby/plum color and a terrific bouquet of black raspberries, cedary spice, toasty oak, flowers and incense, it hits the palate with loads of sweet fruit, an undeniable opulence, ripe tannin and a great finish. It’s an approachable 2015 that’s going to evolve gracefully for another two decades.