Sourced from their Spring Mountain estate, this gorgeous, deep-hued Cabernet wine begins with complex aromatics of violets, black cherry, crème de cassis, black olives, coffee grounds, cigar box and suggestions of baking spices. Tannic and rich, this wine yields flavors of dark fruits, crème de cassis and dark chocolate shavings. Dense, tightly wound and intense come to mind when savoring this lovely Cabernet. The mouthfeel is gorgeous, showing beautiful texture and structure. While this is excellent now, some additional bottle age should allow this to soften nicely and become even more appealing. (Best 2018-2030) - March, 2017 (OB)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: March, 2017
- Producer: Smith-Madrone
- Vintage: 2013
- Drinking Window: 2018-2030
- Estimated Value: $45
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation: Napa Valley, Spring Mountain
- Importer: N/A