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Continuum Proprietary Red 2005 1.5L
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Continuum
“Artistic wine is an expression of man’s harmony with nature. For four generations our family has created a continuum of wine excellence, enhancing the celebration of life.”
– Tim Mondavi, Proprietor
Founded in 2005 by Robert Mondavi and two of his children, Tim and Marcia, Continuum is a winery located in the unofficial appellation of Pritchard Hill in Napa Valley. Although it was not until 2012 that the winery was entirely sourcing their fruit from the estate, they have always taken pride in obtaining grapes from some of the best vineyards in the valley including Marjorie’s Vineyard and To Kalon. The winery’s flagship wine is a Bordeaux-style red dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, and sells out mainly through allocation. Continuum also makes a second label, Novicium, which is Merlot-dominant and made from newer plots on the estate.
Summary
The Continuum Proprietary Red 2005 is a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blend, marking the inaugural release from the Mondavi family’s new venture. Crafted from select vineyard sites like Oakville and Stags Leap, this limited production wine is aged in French oak, showcasing a rich and sophisticated profile. It exhibits dark plum hues and offers aromas of cassis, cherry, and sweet tobacco, complemented by hints of Asian spice and a touch of graphite. The palate is plush and full-bodied with strong tannins that promise mid-term aging, while the finish is notable for its lingering ripeness and balance. This wine reflects modern Napa's style, combining power and elegance.
Tasting Notes
- WA96
- The limited cuvee made from four blocks of the Falletto Vineyard called Rocche, the 1998 Barolo Rocche di Falletto, borders on perfection. This massive, full-bodied wine is spectacular. A dark plum color reveals lightening at the edge. Stunning aromatics offer up scents of crushed stones intermixed with cherry jam and sweet tobacco. There are loads of glycerin, moderately high tannin, and an amazingly long finish of nearly 50 seconds. As staggering as it is now, I am sure it will close down and require 7-8 years of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2035.
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