The 2014 Kapcsandy Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard, produced by Kapcsandy Family Winery, is a standout offering from Napa Valley, California. This red wine, predominantly composed of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot, has garnered high praise from several well-respected wine critics.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it a score of 96, noting its "terrific purity" and "nose of licorice, camphor, forest floor, blackcurrant, and cedar wood." The review highlights its full-bodied nature and exceptional balance, describing it as "gorgeously fruited" and suitable for both early consumption and long-term cellaring of up to 25-30 years (10/28/2016).
James Suckling, highly impressed, gave it an outstanding score of 99. He described it as "extremely floral and complex on the nose" with an array of aromas including "cedar, blackberries, blueberries, tobacco, stones, mushrooms." Suckling praised its "tight and compact center palate" and "extremely long and energetic" finish, suggesting it could be enjoyed in five years but is already a joy to taste now (5/5/2017).
Jeb Dunnuck also rated this wine 99, referring to it as "one of the gems in the vintage." He noted its "deep purple color" and "killer notes of lead pencil, charcoal, scorched earth, crushed rocks, and loads of dark fruits." Dunnuck emphasized its elegance, concentration, and impeccable balance, recommending buyers to "hide bottles for 3-4 years and enjoy over the following 2+ decades" (12/29/2017).
Kyle Luke from JJ Buckley rated it 97, describing it as "ultra-concentrated" and "nearly black in color." He highlighted its "intense depth, concentration, and power on the nose," with flavors of "crème de cassis, anise, sage, camphor, mushrooms, and eucalyptus." Luke noted its excellent density balanced by lovely acidity and fine tannins, predicting that it will develop even further with time in the cellar (3/7/2018).
In summary, the 2014 Kapcsandy Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard is a highly acclaimed wine, praised for its complexity, balance, and potential for aging. With a consistent presence of dark fruit flavors and aromatic complexity, it stands as a remarkable representative of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.