Deep ruby-red in color and very fruity, ripe, and intense on the nose with a predominance of red fruit notes such as strawberries and ripe cherries. Black currants and candied fruit also appear on the palate, where the very well-integrated oak contributes notes of toast, toffee, fresh-ground coffee, tobacco, and vanilla. The palate is well balanced with finely tuned rounded tannins that lend the wine a certain creaminess and very pleasing volume. The aromatic sensation increases with greater emphasis on the lactic aromas and fruitiness. Long, pleasing finish.
2012 Vintage Scores:
“A cabernet with a beautiful density and finesse with black currant, blackberry and hints of toasted oak. Full body, round and silky tannins, and a clean finish. Pretty acidity. Dry farmed. Drink or hold”
James Suckling: 92 Points
Staff Review:
A great Cab Sauv that is filled with red fruits, cocoa and cedar on the nose. Candied fruit, black currants that are well balanced with the ample tannins that create a creaminess on the finish. -Lincoln