2012 Realm The Bard

Estate: Realm Cellars

Region: Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America



Tasting Note:November 2, 2017

Super dark ruby red. Lovely nose with tons of spices, dark berries, lavender, and smoke. Heavy tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Dark palate with blackberries, cassis, sweet spices and touch a minerality.


A Bordeaux blend comprising of over 70% Cabernet Sauvignon with a little bit of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and/or Petit Verdot. Additionally this is fruit from the following vineyards; Beckstoffer To Kalon, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane, Blair, Weitz, Fortuna and Beckstoffer Orchard Vineyards.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2037.

Rating:

95 points.

Price Point:

$$$$$ - Average price is around $260.00.


Tasting Note:January 7, 2017

Super thick and rich. Deep ruby red. Feels like it doesn't end. Tons of dark fruits and dark baking spices on the palate. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Long and never ending finish. Similar on the nose as the palate.


A Bordeaux blend comprising of over 70% Cabernet Sauvignon with a little bit of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and/or Petit Verdot. Additionally this is fruit from the following vineyards; Beckstoffer To Kalon, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane, Blair, Weitz, Fortuna and Beckstoffer Orchard Vineyards.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2031.

Rating:

97 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - $118.00.