"Rich and ripe cabernet in the dark-berry zone that really has attractive freshness and intensity to the nose. The palate has a very sleek array of ripe dark plums with a fleshy texture. Ready now."
- James Suckling (July 2019), 91 pts
- James Suckling (July 2019), 91 pts
"The outstanding 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon (there’s 5% each of Cabernet Franc and Merlot) gives up lots of leafy herbs, tobacco, cassis and sweet black cherries in a full-bodied, rich, rounded, sexy style that carries notable purity and balance. It will keep for at least a decade."
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #225, June 2016), 90 pts
"Broad and generous, with expressive black cherry, plum, smoke and pepper flavors on a sleek structure, a light veil of tannins wrapping up the long finish. Drink now through 2023. 2,500 cases made. –HS"
- Wine Spectator (Web Only - 2016), 92 pts
"Blended with 8% Cabernet Franc and 6% Merlot, this wine suggests blackberry seed, plum, cinnamon stick and anise. Abundant blue-fruit flavors show good depth and intensity backed by tannins with a lightly chalky feel."
- Wine Enthusiast (May 2015), 89 pts
"Still seeming to need time to open up and stretch its legs, this wine offers high-toned aromas of graphite, caramel, vanilla and plum. It's full and plush in feel with tart fruit flavors and a finish that glides."
- Wine Enthusiast (March 2016), 92 pts - Editors'Choice
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #219, June 2015), 90 pts
"Gravelly tannins underlie a plump core of black currant and black plum fruit, with smoky, meaty overtones adding depth to the finish. Finds a deft balance as the aftertaste lingers. Best from 2016 through 2020. 1,500 cases made."
- Wine Spectator (December 2014), 90 pts