January 25, 2013 – Wine: 2006 Meyer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

I first discovered this winery’s 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon in a tasting lineup of medium-sized Napa Valley wineries.  I also learned about two other notable wines at that event: the 2003 Ramey Claret and the 2003 Quintessa.  This Meyer wine impressed me with its richness and delicious fruits.  I later tried a 2004 which was good but less than great, and the lush 2005, which I bought two cases of.  So, I had high hopes from this bottle of 2006.  I was hoping that the winemaker was able to overcome the challenges of the vintage.  Alas (in the half bottle at least), this wine has not fared well.  While certainly serviceable, the wine lacks the richness of its 2003 and 2005 siblings.  The minerals are too pronounced and the balance is slightly off.  I think I’ll stick to my 2005’s, and I am looking forward to trying one of my 2007’s.  I’ll just skip the 2006 vintage.


2006 Meyer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon