94pts James Suckling

Very pretty aromas of currants and a hint of graphite follow through to a medium body with fine, firm tannins and a crunchy finish. Lovely texture, length and depth. Delicious.  

92pts Jeb Dunnuck

The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from AXR steps up in quality, showing pure cassis and red and black fruits intermixed with spice notes. Medium to full-bodied, classy, and balanced, it offers a seamless, elegant style and will drink nicely for 7-8 years.

Winemaker Notes

AXR Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 deep, dark shiny charcoal color with touches of royal red. On the nose, an explosion of fruit and flowers like violet, rose and lavender with black currant, chocolate and touches of thyme, sage, blackberry and dried cherry. On the palate the wine is dense but fresh entrance evolving on a sweet blackberry pie mid-palate with iodine and licorice, lingering on blood orange and dark chocolate.