Napa Valley. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon; 32% Merlot; 18% Petit Verdot. Chimney Rock's Elevage was originally conceived as an homage to Pomerol, but this latest release takes a different path from past efforts owing to its increased percentage of Cabernet. Still a very refined wine with a keen sense of balance, it is filled with sweet and succulent fruit. It eschews drama and bombast in favor of poise, and its deftly fit oak always serves rather than threatens its ongoing fruit. It is so carefully tri...

Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 150 on Dec-03

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 09/30/04