Napa Valley Tasting

My tasting partner and I recently had the opportunity to visit Napa valley with 2 of our sons and their girl friends.  We had a lovely weekend- I should have taken notes but did not. Next time.  We did, however, buy some wines from Mondavi and recently tried them.

The 2008 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve had hints of oak, red fruits and a lovely finish.  The tannins were not overpowering, especially since this is a fairly young wine.  It is higher than the price point I have set at $135.00 (or $94.50 for club members) but still worth noting.

The 2008 Robert Mondavi Chardonnay Reserve was also a treat.  It had a nice nose, pale fruit tastes, and just enough acidity to make it interesting.  Not your typical buttery chardonnay.  It also had a lovely finish.  It sells for $40.00 ($28.00 for club members).

2008  Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 
                                                (15.5% alcohol) $135.00           94 pts


2008 Robert Mondavi Chardonnay Reserve 
                                                (14.5% alcohol) $40.00            93-4 pts