Silver Oak 2005 Alexander Valley Cab

I might take a bonus I've received at work and pick some 2005 Silver Oak tomorrow. I think the price is about $60/botl. While I've read good things in general about 2005 in Calif., I do not recall reading about Silver Oak in particular. Any thoughts from other WLDG'ers?

The emphasis is on the second word.

Yes, it is oaky. But I find a lot of people like that a lot. I find it's always pretty popular among the regular civilians... that is, not wine geeks. At a party in my neighborhood recently, it was far more popular than a reasonably decent bourdeux. While it's not my favorite I am not prepared to say to others that they aren't entitled to their own taste. But I would give a 2005 a few more years if I had the opportunity.

Glenn

I shouldn't be such a smart ass.

At least you would be supporting a wine family that believes in classy, even classic architecture. (At least at their recently rebuilt Oakville facility). Beautifully done place.

The emphasis is on the second word.

Well, Brian, that's what I would have guessed. Seems like my cash will keep earning point 25 percent for a while longer.
I appreciate your input, too, Glenn.

Unless you're a huge fan of their style I wouldn't do it.

Thanks, Tom. I'm deep-sixing the idea.