Appellation: Oakville AVA, Napa Valley, California, USA
Blend: ~76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc
Aging: Extended maturation in French oak barrels (high percentage of new oak)
Drinking Window: Now through 2045–2055
CRITIC SCORES
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Lisa Perrotti-Brown) - 100 Points: Declares it a perfect masterpiece; highlights stunning purity with vibrant notes of crème de cassis, wild blueberries, candied violets, and crushed rocks, set within a full-bodied, weightless, and seamless structure.
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 99 Points: Praises its remarkable energy and aromatic nuance; details rich layers of dark plum, lavender, mocha, and graphite framed by ultra-refined, silky tannins and an extraordinarily long, resonant finish.
James Suckling - 98 Points: Highlights magnificent clarity and structure; features ripe blackcurrants, cedar, espresso, and crushed slate with an architectural tannic spine that delivers incredible poise and persistence.
Appellation: Oakville AVA, Napa Valley, California, USA
Blend: ~76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc
Aging: Extended maturation in French oak barrels (high percentage of new oak)
Drinking Window: Now through 2045–2055
CRITIC SCORES
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Lisa Perrotti-Brown) - 100 Points: Declares it a perfect masterpiece; highlights stunning purity with vibrant notes of crème de cassis, wild blueberries, candied violets, and crushed rocks, set within a full-bodied, weightless, and seamless structure.
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 99 Points: Praises its remarkable energy and aromatic nuance; details rich layers of dark plum, lavender, mocha, and graphite framed by ultra-refined, silky tannins and an extraordinarily long, resonant finish.
James Suckling - 98 Points: Highlights magnificent clarity and structure; features ripe blackcurrants, cedar, espresso, and crushed slate with an architectural tannic spine that delivers incredible poise and persistence.
