about each vintage
2021
“The 2021 vintage embodies the classic purity, silkiness & focus you can expect from Tusk Estates. ”
- Philippe Melka
2019
“The wine shows so well the power of the ripe grapes of Cabernet and its complexity aromatically and structurally.”
- Philippe Melka
2018
“Born from a resounding vintage and a deep philosophy of luxury and excellence, the 11th vintage of Tusk may indeed be the most spectacular offering to date”
- Philippe Melka
2017
“The 2017 Tusk is an absolute must for your cellar.The mouthfeel strikes on all cylinders, powerful with a mineral background giving an extra dimension”
- Philippe Melka
2016
“The 2016 Tusk has the richness and deep concentration for rare longevity that should keep it aging beautifully for 25+ years”
- Philippe Melka
2015
“People will be driven to this wine- its compact power and its tension”
- Philippe Melka
2014
“2014 Tusk is subtly explosive-- power wrapped in elegance.”
-Philippe Melka
2013
"The 2013 Tusk is amoung the prettiest, silkiest, most amazing cabernet's"
- Erik Johnson, Head Sommelier, French Laundry
2012
"2012 Tusk, the tannins are spiraled around the wine in a very charismatic way, fresh and juicy, but with dominant power, taking the mind to the hills of piedmont"
-Philippe Melka
2011
"2011 Tusk, the whole moment is a perfect experience of pleasure
-Philippe Melka
2010
"I dont believe there can ever be a "perfect" wine but the 2010 Tusk is as good as it gets"
-Philippe Melka
2009
"the 2009 Tusk's focus is like an arrow: it's precise and intense, and yet very delicate. It starts off at a five point and expands to fill the palate with rich, silky texture followed by a long finish"
-Philippe Melka
2008
"2008 tusk is a truly special wine that will stand out as one of the best of the vintage"
-Philippe Melka