Aromas of mint and bay leaf stand out amid the dark berry and cedar flavors. On the palate the tannins are raw, edgy and notably woody, yet this slowly comes together. Time may serve this well, as the fruit is fresh and...
Aromas of mint and bay leaf stand out amid the dark berry and cedar flavors. On the palate the tannins are raw, edgy and notably woody, yet this slowly comes together. Time may serve this well, as the fruit is fresh and the acidity lively. Best of three bottles.—2004 California Cabernet blind retrospective (August 2014). Drink now through 2025. 1,900 cases made. — JL