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2013 Realm The Bard

Estate: Realm Cellars

Region: Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, United States of America



Tasting Note:March 11, 2017

Deep and dark ruby red and purplish hues. Thick and dark nose, a bit of bark with tons of dark berries, cinnamon, even a bit of herbs and baking spices. Heavy tannins (8/10) and full bodied. Can feel a touch of heat, with layers of cinnamon, vanilla, spiced herbs and black berries. Absolutely delicious. Extracted and voluptuous. Excellent work. This will only get better over time, will wait another 5 years at least for the last bottle.


Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend with around 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Petit Verdot. Fruit for this bottling comes from the B Weitz, Houyi, Blair and Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyards. Majority of the fruit is from the Blair Vineyard in Calistoga. Only 950 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2030.

Rating:

98 points.

Price Point:

$$$$$ - Purchased from the Oakton Wine Shop for $153.27. Average price now is $346.00.