The 2008 Étude Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa presents classic dark fruit, licorice and baking spices. . It is a skillfully crafted , synergistic blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc.

This wine is dripping with big, lucious, black fruit. So satisfying on the palate with black cherry, baking spice, eucalyptus, and tobacco. The mouthfeel is velvety and unctuous, leading to a toe curling, intense finish. I need a cigarette, and I don't even smoke!

Antonio Galloni of Vinous Media gave it 92 pts.