The feedback we got from our release of the 2005 the Maitre D’ was amazing. People were astonished at the depth and voluptuousness. It sold out instantly. As with all our wines, we believe that the 2006 vintage is better than the 2005. Sourced from our cooler climate vineyards, it is rich, intensely flavoured, yet elegant in style.

Excerpts from Reviews of the 2005 The Maitre D'

Distinctively ripe and spicy. Not at all herbal and remarkably open textured, with a bundle of juicy plum, currant and blackberry fruit shaded by hints of clove and allspice. The finish remains focused against fine grained tannins. Best from 2007 through 2013.
Score: 90 Harvey Steiman Wine Spectator, Nov 15 2006

The 2005 Maitre D' is a superb Cabernet offering creamy crème de cassis notes intermixed with hints of licorice, new wood, and spice box. Full bodied, with great intensity. Purity, density and opulence as well as a voluptuous texture, rich mid palate, and long, full bodied supple finish displaying notions of roasted coffee and white chocolate, it is hard to believe Cabernet Sauvignon can hit this level of quality at this price point. These wines are meant to be consumed young, but it is hard to believe these knock out reds won’t last for 5-10 years.
Score: 92 Robert Parker Jr, Wine Advocate #165