Bordeaux-like in structure and purity, this Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is both svelte and succulent. Aromas include cassis, lavender, fresh crushed sage, black olive and cedar. The generous and savory palate excites with black fig, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and graphite. The wine finishes long and pure with an element of fine, damp black clay. James Suckling - "This is a fabulous year with amazing mint, eucalyptus and berry character. Some iron and stone. Full body. Wonderful length. One of the best from the vintage. Don't miss this. Classic Napa cabernet. So refined and enchanting now. " Wine Enthusiast - "Paul Hobbs coaxes beautifully classic Cab aromas and textures from this wine, which comes from last years vintage. Expect black currant, olive, cassis and peppercorn to intermingle on the palate amidst soft elegance, the perfect balance between fruity and herbal. On the finish a dusting of mocha turns up the dial on deliciousness." (Current Vintage)