Top Rated HALL Wines
Our Cabernets, Merlots and Sauvignon Blanc are receiving rave reviews from our club community and some of the world's leading wine critics alike. Discover for yourself, our growing collection of 90+ point wines!"This is definitely another serious player in the Napa Valley... Readers should be giving HALL Winery serious attention." —Robert Parker
Look for the 92 point 2008 HALL "Exzellenz" on the cover of the May 2013 Wine Enthusiast Magazine!
The folks at Wine Enthusiast chose our 2008 "Exzellenz" as an example of wine from the Rutherford subappellation and had this to say about the wine:
"Made from 100% Cabernet, this shows the tremendous richness and concentration of previous vintages of this wine, which was aged in 90% new French oak. Huge and flashy in cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit, gorgeous, sumptuous, fat, although purists will insist it’s too much of a good thing. Hard to predict its longterm future, but the next six years are assured. 92 POINTS."
The 2008 "Exzellenz" is long sold out - your best bet to gaining access to future vintages is by becoming a Member of the HALL Wine Club.
Robert Parker's Annual Wine Review are out, and Antonio Galloni had some great things to say about the upcoming 2010 wines!
"Once again, I tasted a large number of wines from Hall this year. The 2010s are off the charts... A meticulous approach to vineyard and cellar work, including organic farming, native fermentations and malos, and the avoidance of fining and/or filtration informs wines of true pedigree and personality. The Hall wines are unapologetically big, powerful and exceptionally well balanced." -Antonio Galloni
94 - 2010 HALL "Stags Leap" Cabernet Sauvignon
96 - 2010 HALL "Howell Mountain" Cabernet Sauvignon
94 - 2010 HALL "Jack's Masterpiece" Cabernet Sauvignon
95+ - 2010 HALL "Ellie's" Cabernet Sauvignon
92 - 2010 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
94+ - 2010 HALL "Bergfeld" St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
94 - 2010 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
2009 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
93 Points "Ultrarich and multiflavored, with a range of deep, baked berry notes. Intense and focused, balanced and persistent, this ends with touches of red and black licorice and subtle, grainy earth accents and tannins." —James Laube, Wine Spectator
91 Points "Sweet red cherries, flowers and spices are some of the nuances that emerge from this silky, polished Cabernet Sauvignon.” —Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
90 Points "Good saturated ruby-red. Super-ripe aromas of dark fruits, coffee and mocha. Sweet and large-scaled if a bit unrefined, with a smooth texture and considerable alcoholic power to the chocolatey fruit. Plenty of ripeness and depth here but today the wine's exotic oak component is keeping the fruit under wraps.” —Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
2008 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
#2 on Wine Spectator's "Top 100 Wines of 2011"
96 Points "Rich, savory and full-bodied, showing direct, potent young Cabernet flavors built around blackberry and dark berry fruit, with touches of spice, black licorice, mineral and toasty wood. Very impressive for its purity, finesse and graceful finish." -James Laube, Wine Spectator
94 Points "This is a best of barrels blend from HALL's various vineyards, including the famous Sacrashe. The wine itself is lovely. It has a firm structure thanks to dusty tannins and a dry minerality, while bright acidity makes the cherry, blackberry, blueberry, cassis and dark chocolate fruit sing." –Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
93+ Points "Full-bodied, showing notes of minerality and more dusty, loamy scents intermixed with crushed rock, black currants and herbs, it is a deep, full-bodied wine.”
-Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
92+ Points “Currant, bitter chocolate and seductive oak on the nose, complicated by loamy soil tones. Sweet, pliant and fine-grained, with cassis, espresso and mocha flavors. At once sweet and nicely delineated; this really fills the mouth. This very fi rmly built cabernet finishes with superb mouth-dusting tannins and excellent length.” -Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar
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2008 HALL "Segassia Vineyard" Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
Member-only release
95-97 Points "Full-throttle Cabernet flavors, loads of blue and black fruits, some subtle background oak, full-bodied mouthfeel, as well as stunning concentration and richness."
-Robert Parker, The Wine advocate
93 Points "As good as the 2007, Hall's '08 Segassia is vastly rich in sweet, pure blackberry and cherry fruit flavors. New oak, to the tune of 85%, adds important notes of sweet caramel and buttered toast. This is not your typical Mount Veeder Cab, but much softer and riper than you might expect. Delicious now and for the next several years." -Steve Heimofff, Wine Enthusiast
2008 HALL "Exzellenz" Sacrashe Vineyard Red Wine
94 Points "The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Exzellenz Rutherford Sacrashe Vineyard is a much more understated wine than most of the other 2008s here, with elements of classicism that balance the ripe fruit. Sweet tobacco, flowers, spices are some of the nuances that add complexity. This is still a pretty rich style of Cabernet Sauvignon, but there is more than enough complexity and sheer character in the glass." -Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
2010 HALL "T Bar T Ranch" Sauvignon Blanc
93 Points "One of the best Sauvignon Blancs of the vintage, it's picture-perfect in the balance of tropical fruit, acidity, jazzy minerals and vanilla cream. A real standout." -Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
2008 HALL Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
95 Points "A dense, full-bodied wine with lots of creme de cassis, charcoal, licorice and forest floor, the wine is opulent and already delicious and powerful. It should continue to drink well for at least 12-15+ years." -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
91 Points "Rich, with loamy earth, currant, black licorice and subtle cedar touches that build depth and complexity. Best from 2012 through 2020." -James Laube, Wine Spectator
2007 HALL "Bergfeld" St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
92 Points "Exhibits fresh, snappy, vibrant dark berry fruit that's shaded by spicy, cedary oak. Firm and structured, with chewy tannins and a dense follow-through of fruit. Well-built for cellaring." —James Laube, Wine Spectator
90+ Points ""Possesses an opaque purple color, full body, and tons of concentration and sweetness.. Everything is here..." —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
2007 HALL Napa Valley Merlot
93 Points, Editors’ Choice “A rich, dense, vital Merlot, one of the best of the vintage. Offers loads of cherry, green olive, roasted meat and pepper flavors, wrapped into firm tannins leading to a distinguished finish. Dry and elegant, it’s a beautiful wine to decant and drink soon with steak, chops, lamb.” –Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
2009 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
90 Points "Very ripe and intense, delivering a complex range of dark berry, berry pie and subtle jam notes, with touches of tobacco and mocha. Retains its structure and focus, ending with a loamy earth aftertaste." -James Laube, Wine Spectator
94+ Points -Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
2008 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
95 Points "Striking for its firm, dense core of loamy earth, dried berry, sage and underbrush, fairly typical of Diamond Mountain in its restraint and structure, yet there's plenty of ripe currant and berry fruit to satisfy." -James Laube, Wine Spectator
92 Points “Suave and light on its feet, offering harmonious flavors of cassis, black cherry, earth and toast... The melting tannins make those of the Napa Valley bottling seem tough by comparison. Finishes with lingering notes of coffee and cola. Very well done.” -Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar
2006 HALL Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
94 Points "A rich, , concentrated style, this is full-bodied, focused and pure, with hints of mocha and black licorice rounding out the core currant, plum and black cherry flavors. Focused and persistent, with a long finish." —James Laube, Wine Spectator
#18 on Wine Spectator's "Top 100" Wines of 2010
2007 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
96 Points One of the richest Cabernets of the vintage. Amazingly soft and velvety in the mouth, yet there's a solid grip of acidity and tannins that balance the richness. The flavors are extraordinary, ranging from blackberry and cherry-pie filling through currant liqueur and milk chocolate to leather. So decadent now, it's hard to resist, but should develop for 4-6 years." —Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
2007 HALL "Segassia Vineyard" Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
95 Points -James Laube, Wine Spectator
“An amazingly rich and powerful young Cabernet, with a sense of elegance and finesse. A full-blown wine, with tiers of currant, raspberry, espresso, mocha, mineral and black licorice. For all its power and thrust, this offers an air of refinement and detail. Drink now through 2023.
93 Points -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
“There is something about the fruit from this area that tastes like blood of the vine. Blueberry pie notes intermixed with jammy black raspberries, cassis, graphite, and acacia flowers jump from the glass of this impressively constituted, rich, full-bodied 2007. This sensational wine should age effortlessly for 20-25 years.”
93 Points Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
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2006 HALL Napa Valley Merlot
93 Points "Dense purple-black hue... Plush tannins and ripe flavors of black cherry, maple and rum cake." —Wine News, November 2009
2008 HALL "Jack's Masterpiece" Cabernet Sauvignon
93 Points -James Laube, Wine Spectator, September 2012
"Firm and muscular, with dense dark berry fruit and flavors of mocha, espresso, road tar and cedary oak. Full-blown, with rich, chewy tannins that are ripe and oaky, ending with a creamy note."
2009 HALL Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
91 Points "A flintiness emerges with air as the wine’s initial sulfur and reduction dissipate. Decant it to bring out the gooseberry and blood orange flavors, a firm and intriguing fruit character to match with grilled langoustines." —Joshua Greene, Wine & Spirits Magazine, "Year's best American Sauvignon Blancs" June 2010
90 Points "Stylish and juicy with lovely citrus and silky texture; bright apple, racy acidity and great balance." —Anthony Dias, The Tasting Panel, August 2010
2007 HALL "Darwin" Red Wine
92 Points "A juicy wine, rich, ripe and sweet in jammy fruit and caramelized oak flavors. Black raspberries, blackberries and mocha, spiced with cinnamon and pepper, flood the mouth, wrapped into beautifully sculpted, sweet tannins. A lovely wine to drink now." -Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
2007 HALL "Jack's Masterpiece" Cabernet Sauvignon
93 Points Wine Enthusiast, June, 2010
92 Points Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, December, 2009
92 Points "Pure, intense, rich and layered, with a mix of full-bodied currant... This is supple, yet firms with tannins that gain traction."
—James Laube, Wine Spectator, March, 2010
2007 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
94 Points Wine Enthusiast, June, 2010
90+ Points Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, December, 2009
90 Points "A distinct style, with roasted herb, espresso, fresh earth and dried berry flavors that slowly unfold, finally revealing a sweetness on the finish. Full-bodied and supple-textured." —James Laube, Wine Spectator, March 2010
2007 HALL "Exzellenz" Sacrashe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
96 Points, #35 of Wine Enthusiast's "Top 100 American Wines, 2011"
"The Sacrashe Vineyard repeatedly proves itself as one of the best in Rutherford, if not Napa Valley itself. The 100% Cabernet, which is a limited production barrel selection of only 420 cases, is so delicious in blackberry jam, chocolate, olive and cedar flavors, it's hard to not drain the bottle now. But it also shows fabulously rich tannins that suggest aging."
-Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast
93 Points "A powerful expression, ripe and rich, with tiers of loamy earth, spice, currant, blackberry and herbal notes." -James Laube, Wine Spectator
2006 HALL "Exzellenz" Sacrashe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine Enthusiast #1 Cellar Selection Wine of the Year
97 Points "This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is like a neutron star, with massive power packed into a concentrated mass. Just huge in black currants, black cherries and chocolate, almost as thick as molasses, yet dry and firm and minerally. Vast weight and authority. Will last 15-20 years. Cellar Selection." -Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, June 2009
95 Points “Pure, ripe, rich and complex, with a smooth, fleshy mix of currant, plum and black cherry fruit that’s intense and supple, balanced and persistent, scoring points for its pure flavors and its elegant, delicate finish. Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend. Drink now through 2017.” —James Laube, Wine Spectator Insider, June 17, 2009
2006 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
96 Points “A big, dense, concentrated wine, with wonderful aromas marked by chewy tannins, yet the core currant and blackberry flavors and savory herb and earth nuances provide a solid foundation. Best from 2010 through 2016.”
—James Laube, Wine Spectator Insider, June 17, 2009
95 Points "Outstanding for its purity, and the incredibly fine tannins, not to mention the compelling flavors. Black and red cherries, currants, cola, mushrooms, cedar, anise and spice flavors mingle into a long, rich finish. So balanced and elegant. Made from 95% Sacrashe Vineyard fruit, in the Rutherford AVA" —Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, June 2009
95 Points "Intense black-garnet hue. Attractive, fruit-driven bouquet emitting fresh black cherry and blueberry with hints of flint, charcoal and clove. Creamy black cherry fruit imbued with youthful yet even tannins and fresh acidity. A stalwart Napa Cab displaying excellent length and purity of fruit." Wine News, November, 2009
Robb Report 100 Perfect Pours "Velvety in texture and alluringly dark, the wine’s black fruit is intriguingly peppered with accents of dried sage, thyme, and mushroom." -Robb Report Host's Guide, 2009
90+ Points “Medium to full-bodied with a more aggressive structure [than the 2005] as well as a more noticeable astringency to the tannins, but with the necessary depth of fruit and concentration for balance.” —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, December 2008
2006 HALL "Jack's Masterpiece" Cabernet Sauvignon
96 Points "Amazing for its complex mix of flavors, which ranges from mint-herb, loamy earth, dried currant, black cherry and berry fruit that’s deep and supple, gaining velocity. Well-structured, this ends with firm tannins and a long finish. Best from 2010 through 2017." —James Laube, Wine Spectator, June 2009
94 Points "A gorgeous Cab in every way. Seduces for its fantastic wealth of black currants, dark chocolate, plum, cedar and spice flavors that are so deep and long. Yet the richness is balanced with beautifully ripe, refined tannins and just-in-time acidity. Distinguished and classic. The grapes are from St. Helena, Diamond Mountain, and HALL's Sacrashe Vineyard. Now through 2012." —Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, June 2009
2006 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
“Dark garnet in the glass, this wine has a smoky nose of cherry and cedar aromas. In the mouth it is soft, big, and slightly sweet,with powdery, mouth-coating tannins that wrap around a core of black cherry, cocoa powder, and espresso flavors that are buoyed up by nice acidity. The tannins linger through the finish with a cocoa-like residue."
—Alder Yarrow, Vinography.com, June 2009
93 Points “Rich and fleshy... Intense, structured and full-bodied, with a complex array of dried currant, sage, underbrush and espresso bean. Firms up, with the tannins providing great structure. Best from 2010 through 2018.” —James Laube, Wine Spectator Insider, June 17, 2009
2006 HALL "Bergfeld" St. Helena Cabernet
93 Points "From vineyards in the St. Helena appellation comes this soft rich wine. It brims with spice flavors of cherries, currants, chocolate and cedar, wrapped into softly melted tannins. Decadently good, and probably at its best soon." —Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, June 2009
92 Points "A firm, robust style, dense and chewy, showing concentrated, focused currant, mineral, graphite, cedary oak and black licorice, with a dash of blackberry. Full-bodied, intense and persistent, with a long, complex finish. Drink now through 2020." —James Laube, Wine Spectator
2005 HALL "Bergfeld" St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon
95 Points "This is one of those Napa Cabs that tastes glamorous. Even people who know little about wine will taste it and go, Wow. And the longer it sits in the glass and airs, the better it gets. Bone dry, soft and smooth, it shows luscious black currant, plum, sage, spice and cedar flavors, wrapped into finely ground tannins that will enable it to age for a decade." —Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, March 1, 2009
93 Points "Impeccably balanced and sumptuous, this is supple, ripe and juicy, with complex plum, black cherry, raspberry, black olive and savory cigar box spices. Full-bodied, elegant and polished. Long and complex on the finish. Drink now through 2017." —James Laube, Wine Spectator, November 10 2008
2005 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Cabernet Sauvignon
92 Points "The 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (primarily estate fruit) reveals a deep ruby/purple color as well as sweet, tarry, black currant, and chocolate notes with hints of wood smoke and spice box... It should drink beautifully for 15 or more years." —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, December, 2008
92 Points "Firmly tannic and dry, this Cabernet, which was blended with a little Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot, is one for the cellar. The tannins are tough and astringent, but when they melt away over the next decade or so, they’ll leave behind sweet currants, cedar and violets." - Steve Heimoff, Wine Enthusiast, December 2008
Best of the Best - Five-Star California Cabernet Sauvignon “Big, deep, rich, meaty, black fruit, French roast and nutty oak vanilla flavors that linger forever.” —QRW Tasting Panel, Quarterly Review of Wines, Summer 2009
2005 HALL "Diamond Mountain District" Cabernet Sauvignon
95 Points "Velvet and silk textures with ripe plum, cassis and black raspberry fruit laced with notes of chocolate and vanilla; rich but graceful, generous and elegant; lush yet classically structured; a great wine from a great year." 95 points. -Anthony Dias Blue, Patterson's Tasting Panel, December 2008
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