91pts Wine Enthusiast

This warm, rich, velvety wine boasts deep black-plum and black-cherry flavors generously accented by oak spices ranging from cinnamon and vanilla to cedar and chocolate. Well-integrated tannins and a full body keep it smooth but weighty on the palate. JIM GORDON

90pts Wilfred Wong

Deep ruby, purple color; ripe berry aroma, fresh, fine depth; medium to full bodied, lively on the palate; dry, medium acidity, nice balance; attractive berry flavors, some oak, medium to full intensity; medium finish.

Winemaker Notes 

Inviting aromas of dark cherry, cola, cedar, mineral, and earth followed by a graceful mingling of cherry, cranberry and sweet oak flavors with a whisper of vanilla. On the palate, the rich mouthfeel is moderated by juicy acidity, and the long finish is reminiscent of a fine Bordeaux. This elegant and poised Cabernet is accessible now, and its structure and complexity will see it through many years of aging.