Displaying a neon dark purple core with a light purple rim, the 2021 Block 28 Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterclass in winemaking from Vintner Pete Devison. Mostly Cabernet with just a touch of Malbec and Petit Verdot, it’s aged for 20 months in 50% new French oak barrels. Scintillating aromas of boysenberry, blue plums, dusty country road, forest herbs, dried lilacs, sweet nutmeg, powdered chocolate, green peppercorn, and dried thyme. Alcohol is at 15%, but it doesn’t show itself and is perfectly balanced with the full-bodied mouthfeel, racy acidity, and crunchy tannins. It glides over the tongue and delivers a finish that doesn’t let go. This one needs time to come together and should drink well over the next two decades. Just a small production of 60 cases was produced. Highly recommended and editor’s choice.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 98 |
$105 |
2025-2045 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. Young |
January, 2024 |
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