Massive rich and deeply flavored packed with complex currant mineral spice sage and cedary oak flavors and chewy but polished tannins. This one will require some patience. Best from 2002 through 2010. 600 cases made. –JL

The impressively rich dense purple-colored 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon Madrona Vineyard exhibits a blueberry/blackberry/cassis-scented nose with a touch of violets and subtle new oak. In the mouth the wine has disguised its tannic clout with extraordinary extraction of fruit medium to full body and a silky yet powerful personality. It is a 20-25 year wine that can be drunk now or cellared.The 1994 1995 and 1996 possess fabulous purity and an undeniable sweet rich creme de cassis-like fruit character. David Abreu's mailing list should be a high priority for readers who love California Cabernet.Release date 10/98Fax: (707) 963-5104.