96pts James Suckling

Complex and layered with ripe blackcurrants, blackberries, crushed walnuts, pine cones and spices on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, compact and chalky with fine-grained, polished tannins. Long and even. Very precise and well-made. Drink or hold.

Winemaker Notes

The terroir of our Cold Springs Vineyard, nestled atop Howell Mountain, continues to provide the foundation for the palate and aromas we love so much – blackberry, blueberry, lavender, anise, cran-apple, and semi-sweet chocolate. This stunning Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon reveals a palate nearly identical to the aromas. To paint you a picture, the palate is reminiscent of a raspberry Danish glazed with milk chocolate and a blueberry pie our grandmother, Blanche, used to bake to share with us on a beautiful summer day. Additional layers of complexity unravel notes of chocolate covered caramel, anise, coffee, black tea leaf, and a freshly rolled cigar.