The 2014 Kapcsandy Family Winery Roberta's Reserve State Lane Vineyard is a truly exceptional offering from the famed Californian producer. This proprietary blend is dominated by 97% Merlot and rounded out with 3% Cabernet Franc, creating a stunning profile that is both intense and harmonious.
From the Napa region of California, this estate wine is testament to the region's ability to produce world-class Merlot. It boasts a deep garnet-purple hue, hinting at the complexity and depth contained within. On the nose, it presents warm plums, baked blackberries and blueberry pie intermingled with notes of spice cake, violets and licorice, a seducing bouquet that is sure to captivate any wine enthusiast.
On the palate, this 2014 vintage impresses with its rich, opulent, and seductive character. The mouth-filling black and blue fruits are balanced with exotic spices, all framed by velvety tannins and excellent freshness. This full-bodied red wine is an opulent expression of the terroir, with silky tannins adding to the overall elegance and a great finish that lingers, enticing another sip.
According to James Suckling, this wine exhibits exquisite notes of violets, roses, incense, and currants on the nose. The full body is complemented by ultra-fine, seamlessly integrated tannins, creating a truly captivating wine with a long, flavourful finish.
While this wine could be enjoyed now, it has the structure and balance to age beautifully, promising to deliver even greater complexity and depth with additional years in the bottle. The 2014 Kapcsandy Family Winery Roberta's Reserve State Lane Vineyard is a testament to the mastery of Californian winemaking and the incredible potential of Merlot.