Napa, California Cabernet Lover                     Value $190

Clos Du Val Cabernet  2013

Vinous 95+:

Striking, powerful, and dense in the glass, utterly mesmerizing balance, the 2013 hits all the right spots.  Graphite, smoke, grilled herbs, black cherries and incense form a tapestry of aromas and flavors that simply dazzles.  The combination of intense tannins and opulent fruit is classic 2013. Drink 2019-2033

Delightful & Strange The Reserve 2015

Wine Spectator 93:

Hints of pastry and marzipan create a creamy base for the baked plum, crushed blackberry, ground ginger and honey flavors, while firm acidity and a citrusy note of lemon peel brightens and balances this well-knit Champagne. Smoky finish. Drink now

Forman Chateau La Grande Roche 2018

Vinous 93:

The 2018 is such a delicious wine.  A burst of sweet red cherry, red plum, mocha, spice, licorice and leather race out of the glass.  Exuberant and juicy, yet very much medium in body; it’s a wine of pure and total pleasure.  It hits all the right notes. Drink 2023-2033.

Hilary Goldschmidt Charming Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Cellar Tracker 92:

Beautiful beautiful nose of rich plum and toasted earth. Palate feels like a mouthful of rich tannins and licorice after the first blast of characteristic napa cab. Comes with a touch of bitterness in the end. Feels like pencil shavings singing an Italian opera to you with big plummy notes.