Was 2007 a good wine year?

2007 Vintage In general, 2007 was a good year for the wine world. For France and much of Europe, conditions were mostly defined by a dull spring punctuated by an unseasonably sizzling April followed by a drab summer.

Is 2007 a good year for California cabernet?

EVEN in Napa Valley, where only the rare vintage is spoken of in less than superlatives, 2007 was considered nearly perfect for cabernet sauvignon. Wine Spectator rated it 99 on its 100-point scale, while other commentators, perhaps exhibiting more caution, used words like “splendid” and “extraordinary.”

What was a good year for California wine?

It’s hard to overstate how stunning the 2012–2014 vintages in Napa and Sonoma were for pretty much every variety of wine. The three-year stretch of great quality and quantity came on the heels of a couple of rough years, especially the 2011 vintage.

What is a good year for California cabernet?

Another strong decade for great cabernet in California. 2001, 2002, 2005, 2007 and 2009 are considered the best vintages, producing stunning, complex red wines. But, 2006 should not be overlooked, as it created cabernets that are concentrated and age-worthy.

Is 2017 a good year for California wine?

2017 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon The relative inconsistency of the 2017 wines relates only to their character, not their quality. The wines are very, very good. My notes for virtually every wine mentions excellent balance. And the scores are consistently high.

What year is better for Napa cabernet?

The clean, balanced fruit generated opulence and complexity in what was thought to be a more superior year than 2012. Critics and consumers alike have agreed that 2013 is one of the best vintages of Napa Cabernet in history.

Is 2017 a good year for California cabernet?

2017 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon The wines are very, very good. My notes for virtually every wine mentions excellent balance. And the scores are consistently high. In fact, of the three vintages, 2017 shows the least disparity in my scoring.

Was 2006 a good year for Burgundy?

Overall, the 2006 vintage for Burgundy was so-so but some nice reds were made, however, it was the whites that really stole the show. The best examples of both red and white are likely to still drink well now, however, lighter more youthful-styled wines are likely past their best.

Is 2018 a good year for California wine?

2018 Vintage – California The 2018 harvest was extremely good for much of California. After the wildfires of 2017, the calm growing season of 2018 was a welcome relief. Spring was cooler than normal, even blowing cold for a couple of weeks in Alexander Valley. Flowering was successful and led to a good fruit set.