2000 Diamond Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Volcanic Hill: "Rich, ripe aromas of black cherry, spice, vanilla and smoke lead the way here. On the palate, it's dark and sleek, with blackberry, tar, more smoke, licorice, cassis, rapsberry and herb notes that give it great complexity. The tannins are ripe and smooth, supporting the wine with fine, lush structure." 94 Points - Wine Enthusiast, April 1, 2004
2000 Diamond Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Volcanic Hill: "Perhaps the most mountain-like of the Diamond Creek wines in terms of its sturdy, tannin-toughened structure, this sinewy young offering is in no way wanting for rich Cabernet fruit, and its effusively oaked, cassis and black-earth aromas find parallels in the rich curranty themes that presently lurk beneath a blanket of youthful astringency in the mouth. A ten-year wait would seem a reasonable minimum here, and the chances are that this one will continue to evolve for a good deal longer." 93 Points - Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine, December 2003 | 
