Ratings
Bialla 2009 Proprietor's Limited Release (Napa Valley)
Score: 95
"Deliciously dense, pure, rich and polished, this beautifully focused red offers tiers of supple currant, red berry, blackberry and red and black licorice, with a long, gliding finish where the flavors are woven together in a seamless fashion. Tempting now. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2012 through 2026. —J.L."
Wine Spectator, October 12, 2011
Bialla 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)
Score: 94
"A terrific Cabernet that gives all the richness and opulence you expect in an expensive Napa Cab, yet controls it with firm tannins, acidity, minerals and earthiness. Explosive in blackberry and cherry-pie filling and chocolate granola-bar flavors that are so delicious, you can't stop reaching for another glass. The grapes come 100% from the winery's Atlas Peak estate vineyard."
Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2010
Bialla Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007
Score: 92
"Intense and well-structured, if a bit rustic, this offers a mix of rich currant, mineral, iodine, cedar and tobacco. Once this gets some air, it keeps getting better. Full-bodied, ending with firm tannins, yet the flavors flow through. Best from 2011 through 2019. 260 cases made." —Jim Laube
Wine Spectator, Feb. 28, 2010
Bialla Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006
Score: 94
"Firm, ripe and vibrant, with rich, full-bodied currant, sage, blackberry, anise and sage. Complex and concentrated, with a tight, focused finish that keeps revealing extra flavor nuances. Best from 2010 through 2016. 190 cases made." —Jim Laube
Wine Spectator, Feb. 28, 2009
Bialla Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2004
Score: 91
"Ultrarich and almost syrupy. Deeply concentrated, with ripe currant, blackberry, anise and sage. Sharply focused and smooth-textured, this coats the palate and gains complexity. Drink now through 2012. 190 cases made." —Jim Laube
Wine Spectator, Mar. 31, 2008
Vito:
Just tried my first bottle of the 2006, which is EXCELLENT! Needs a lot of breathing time
and is youthfully tannic, but I loved the chocolate, mint, floral, fruit-filled bouquet.
It's sweet with sexy fruit. Above all, it's perfectly balanced and shows the earmarks of
superior fruit and winemaking skill.
Should be a winner for you.
Best,
Howard Kaplan, CEO Executive Wine Seminars, and contributing editor of eRobertParker.com