2007 Abreu, Thorevilos, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)

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Rating:RP100 i Wine Critics: RP = Robert Parker
AG = Antonio Galloni
BH = BurgHound
JD = Jeb Dunnuck
LP = Lisa Perrotti-Brown
VM = Vinous Media
WS = Wine Spectator
JS = James Suckling
DR = Decanter
NYR = Not Yet Rated

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RP100 "Deep garnet-purple in color, the incredibly youthful, slowly evolving 2007 Thorevilos is scented of mulberries, baked plums, spice cake and cr?me de cassis with nuances of dusty soil, sandalwood, redcurrant jelly, roast lamb and fried rosemary. The core of full-bodied, muscular fruit is supported by a firm foundation of beautifully ripe, grainy tannins and tons of freshness, finishing with a jaw-dropping array of layers and amazing energy." LPB for TWA Aug 2018

Robert Parker writes, "100 Points "David Abreu’s reputation was established as the superstar viticulturist for most of the rich and famous Napa Valley proprietors, but my familiarity with him derives from the extraordinary wines he produces. Today he has four remarkable parcels, three of which are of first-growth quality. From a total of 70 acres, Abreu continues to sell much of the fruit from these vineyards to other wineries. The four vineyards include two St. Helena sites, the Cappella (6 acres) and the Madrona Ranch, which is situated on the lowest slopes of Spring Mountain. He also owns an 18 acre parcel high on Howell Mountain and a large tract of land he co-owns with Ric Forman known as the Thorevilos Vineyard, which is in the eastern hills of Napa Valley. Over the last five or six years, Abreu’s wines, which all spend about 24 months in French oak, have seen increasing amounts of Cabernet Franc added to the blend. He essentially uses only Bordeaux varietals, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with smaller amounts of Petit Verdot and Merlot. The only problem with these extraordinary efforts is their limited availability. Production remains less than 500 cases for each of the four selections, but they are about as good as it gets for Bordeaux varietals in Napa ... or anywhere else in the world. Becoming one of the top half dozen or so vineyards in all of Napa Valley is Thorevilos. The blend for this cuvee is generally an intriguing combination of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35-40% Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot with just a tiny dollop of Merlot. One thing that stands out about Abreu’s 2009s is how precocious and evolved they are without sacrificing their power, richness and purity." Published: Dec 22, 2010

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