Bond Quella Napa Valley 2006

95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2006 Quella is another gorgeous wine from BONDS’s Spring Valley site. Bright red and blue stone fruit, mint, spice, lavender and crushed rocks are some of the signatures. Delineated and vibrant, with plenty of grip and overall density, the 2006 will drink well for another decade plus. This is an especially virile, potent Quella with all the elements in the right place. Drink: 2017-2030. (Nov 2017)"

94.4 points CellarTracker.com community score.

'Top 100 Wines of 2010' and 94 points Wine & Spirits: "From a steep, nine-acre vineyard in the eastern hills of the Napa Valley, this is the first vintage of Quella. The soil includes river rock mixed with volcanic tuff, producing an expression that's distinctly different from Pluribus. What's similar is the way the flavors emanate from the structure, initially severe in its tannins, with a perfumed scent of roses and violets brightening their earthy, dusty blackness. There's a sense of restrained ripeness that's unusual in this part of the valley, with scents of sour cherry and cranberry following a beautiful arc of flavor. There's also a resonant umami character, like the flavor of grilled hedgehog mushrooms. This is vinous and fresh, with a clarity and surety to its structure that predicts a long life ahead. (Dec 2009)"

93 points Wine Spectator: "Complex, perfumed aromas of ripe cherry, plum and currant tighten up in this full-bodied, well-structured wine. Focused and concentrated, this slowly unfolds to reveal greater depth and concentration, ending with a long, persistent finish. 739 cases made. (11/15/09)"

93 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "My first experience with this wine from Bond delivered a powerful, tannic, full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon packed with coffee, blackberries and cocoa. Another year or two should add more softness and more complexity to the wine. (Jan 2013)"