89pts Wine Spectator

Açaí and boysenberry compote notes are flush in feel, carried by a modest structure through the creamy, heavily toasted finish, where a subtle tug of alder provides grounding. Drink now through 2029.

Winemaker Notes

Julien’s 2022 Classic Napa Valley Cabernet delivers on the promise of its name with rich fruit complexity and sleek textures. Bold blackberry and plum aromas mingle with a touch of petrichor on the nose. The palate surges with luscious notes of black-skinned plum, savory blackberry compote, black raspberry and wild blueberry, enriched by gentle, mocha-tinged tannins and the delicate bitterness of extra-dark chocolate. Aromas of fresh red fruits, cloves, caramel and dried plum invigorate the refreshing finish.