The wine is an inky black at the center, with deep ruby along the edges, just as you'd expect from a big Napa Cabernet. The nose presents aromas of big jammy fruit, blackberry, cherry and currant amid notes of oak, tawny fruit and enticing spice. The first sip is a clash of flavors, with earthy tar and limestone crashing against ripe blackberry and cassis amid undertones of tawny port before transitioning to some earthy limestone and mineral notes midpalate. The tannins are somewhat subdued yet still supportive of the long, smooth dry finish of a classic Napa Cabernet.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 8.5 as I think it may be just a bit past its prime. This wine would pair well with just about any big, hearty dish, from braised short ribs to rack of lamb, mushroom pasta to smoked beef brisket. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with a classic pan seared filet mignon over béarnaise sauce with steamed asparagus and mushroom farro. Cheers!
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