97 Points
“A creamy lava flow of spiced pomegranate, red tea, and vanilla-coated cherries. Distinctively fresh, with white pepper and hyacinth, its focused acidity brings it to a high energy finish.”
The Tasting Panel•Nov 1, 2025
95 Points
“From C.C. Ranch in Rutherford, perched on a west-facing knoll of volcanic bedrock, this wine was aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 55% of which were new. In 2023, it is gorgeously perfumed, opening with sweet red and black cherry fruit. The palate is super lush yet composed, showing silky, satiny fruit and a progression toward brighter, red-fruited tones, layered with sweet Asian spice. Very fine-grained tannins give shape and polish, leading to a cocoa-nib and crushed sea-salt finish. Deeply satisfying and harmonious, it delivers balanced richness without excess.”
Decanter•Jun 2, 2026
94 Points
“Luscious red currants, potpourri, mulberries, blackberries and spices. The palate is juicy and refined, with a textured mouthfeel and firm tannins leading to a mouthwatering, polished finish. An approachable, floral cabernet. Drink or hold.”
James Suckling•Mar 24, 2026
93 Points
“From a property just west of Silverado Trail, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon C.C. Ranch features welcoming scents of dusty earth, black cherries and blackberries. It's full- bodied, rich, concentrated and ripe, framed by dusty tannins and bright acidity on the finish.”
Wine Advocate•Oct 1, 2025
92 Points
“The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon C.C. Ranch offers plums, chocolaty herbs, graphite, and loamy earth on the nose. This carries to a medium to full-bodied and concentrated 2023 that has firmer tannins, good balance, and beautiful length. It needs 2-4 years of bottle age but should see its 20th birthday in fine form. It doesn't have the tannin quality of the top releases here, but it's still a beautiful wine. Drink 2027-2045.”
Jeb Dunnuck•Jan 1, 2026