Originally Posted by
MegatopLover
I disagree with dr freeze and FMH1964 re Silver Oak Napa. I'm a big fan. I will note, however, that an unfortunate food pairing can really trample on the wine. So for that reason, I give it high marks but not outstanding. Spottswoode doesn't have that problem, so it's my current favorite.
Of course, its very vintage and bottle dependent. I must admit that I gave up on silver oak about 10 years ago. I have some spottswoode from 94-95 that is probably peaking and should be consumed.
If you could rec a recent vintage of silver oak for me to try again I would.