Winemaker Notes:
The wine opens with enticing aromas of saddle leather, cigar box, and mesquite. The mouth-coating flavors of blackberry, black cherry, clove, and star anise linger in the long finish. This is a substantial Cabernet with big chewy tannins that will pair well with the big flavors of a slow-roasted prime rib, a hearty beef stew, or a sizzling New York strip steak.
 
Critical Acclaim:
91-Wine Enthusiast
This is a brawny, full-bodied and firmly tannic wine that's nevertheless seductive, complex and layered. A dark color and impressions of tobacco, black currant and sage make it delicious to sip. Best through 2027.
 
90-Tasting Panel
Deep garnet color and a smooth texture, with concentrated flavors of plum, blackberry, and spice. Toasty, rich, and dense with good length and balance, this is an incredible value.