94 Points
“Plenty of blackcurrant, lead pencil, and graphite with some slate. Some iron shavings. Full-bodied with firm tannins. Clear fruit. Showing beautifully now. Drink or hold.”
James Suckling•Oct 31, 2024
94 Points
“The heart of this wine comes from the Martin Stelling Vineyard around the producer's property in Oakville and it contains small amounts of Petit Verdot and Malbec. Smooth edges of tannin and oak melt away on the succulent palate, allowing layers of plum, berry and dark chocolate to impress.”
Wine Enthusiast•Oct 31, 2024
92 Points
“The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Bottled is blended of 95.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.25% Petit Verdot and 0.25% Malbec. Deep purple-black colored, it has pronounced black currant pastilles, black cherry compote and red currant preserves notes with touches of dried herbs, unsmoked cigars and fallen leaves plus a waft of cedar. Medium to full-bodied, it has a firm texture of grainy tannins and oodles of freshness supporting the muscular black fruit, finishing with an herbal lift.”
Wine Advocate•Oct 31, 2024
92 Points
“A focused, streamlined version, with hints of cedar and savory along the edges, while the core of steeped black currant and blackberry fruit moves along steadily. A dark humus element underlines the finish, giving this an old-school hint. Best from 2022 through 2032. 6,265 cases made.”
Wine Spectator•Oct 31, 2024