“It is a textbook Cabernet nose of sweet crème de cassis, lead pencil shavings, dried earth, and hints of cigar tobacco. It’s rich and full-bodied, with a beautiful texture and fine tannins. A blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot.” – Jeb Dunnuck, 94-96 points.
“Beautiful dark berries with ripe strawberries and hints of decadence and richness. Some meat, too. Full-bodied, dense and rich with tight and linear tannins. Needs a year or two to soften. Better in 2022.” – James Suckling, 94 points
“Wow. This has such attractive dark plums and berries with chocolate and cocoa, as well as ripe red and dark cherries. The complexity and depth is striking here. The palate carries so much flavor and so much detail. So lush. Rich dark fruit, cocoa and red-cherry pip to close. Drink over the next decade or more. This has plenty in the tank.” – James Suckling, 94 points.
“Merlot from old blocks at Boushey Vineyards make up 70% of this wine, with the rest Cabernet Franc from esteemed Champoux Vineyard. Fascinating aromas of ripe red raspberry, earth, green herbs, cigar box and flower are followed by ripe, hedonistic fruit flavors that show the warmth of the vintage. Coffee notes linger on the finish. Best after 2023. Cellar Selection.” – Patrick Sullivan, 96 points.
We have found a mighty little Malbec! Inky and dark in that unmistakable Malbec hue. A perfect balance of fresh dark fruit and tannin structure that over delivers for the price. Cheers! – The Leschi Market Family
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