Ratings
"Expressive and polished, with detailed black cherry and red currant flavors, laced with licorice and dusky spices as this garners richness toward refined tannins." TF, Wine Spectator 93 pts. "Boysenberry jam and violets burst from the glass, joined by aromas of leather and duff. Black cherries, toasted almonds, saline, and cocoa nibs navigate the creamy mouthfeel of this wine, with silky tannins and citrusy acidity. Graceful and pleasing." M.A. Wine Enthusiast "Aromas of leather, cassis and cured meat. Full-bodied with slightly chewy tannins. Linear, with good depth and intensity. Lovely rock-salt salinity at the finish. Best after 2024." James Suckling, 92 pts. "(This wine) wafts up from the glass with a dusty yet understated mix of crushed violets, lavender and black cherries complemented by exotic spice. It's silky-smooth, displaying wonderful finesse, with a blend of blueberry and blackberry fruits motivated by brisk acidity. This tapers off long and staining to the senses, leaving a primary concentration of fruit and a buzz of residual acidity that maintains fabulous freshness." Vinous, 94 pts. "My first impression of this 2019 is that it displays a Pauillac-ish aroma but has the palate and texture of a Saint-Émilion... Blackberry, ripe plum, cocoa powder, spice and a hint of leather and dried herbs define the gorgeous aroma. Medium-full bodied, it combines black fruit flavors with light oak and a hint of pepper. Its tannins are ultra-refined and the finish is long. It opts for elegance, charm, and subtle complexity over power. Enjoy over the next decade." Norm Roby, 95 pts.
Composition
Cabernet Sauvignon 79%, Merlot 14%, Cabernet Franc 4.5%, Petit Verdot 2.5%
Vineyard Sources
Sagemoor Farms: Bacchus, Dionysus, Weinbau & Sagemoor; Heather Hill Estate, Abeja Estate, Mill Creek Estate, Ciel du Cheval
