On 30-Jan-2005, " > wrote:

> James Laube in his 1989 book on California Cabernets has the following
> notes on the 1982 Beringer Private Reserve: "Another immensely
> successful wine from what has proved to be a difficult vintage, richly
> flavored and deftly balanced, with lush cedar, chocolate, plum and
> currant flavors that are long and full on the finish. Drinkable now, it
> should peak in another two to three years. Drink 1992-1999." He rated
> it 92.
>
> I don't recall ever tasting the 1982 Beringer, but I had a bottle of
> 1982 Diamond Creek, Volcanic Hill which I drank several years ago. It
> was very good, and did not show any signs of going down hill yet.

Thanks for the notes. I have acquired the bottle, and expect to open it in
the next few days... I'll be sure and post tasting notes afterwards.

Cheers,
Gary