The 2019 Fortunate Son The Warrior (Hundred Acre) is a Cabernet Sauvignon from the North Coast region of Napa, California. Produced by Hundred Acre Vineyard, this wine is characterized by its rich, deep red color and a notable alcohol content of 15.5%. The closure is traditional cork, maintaining the classic presentation.
Jeb Dunnuck, in his review on February 16, 2023, awarded the wine an impressive score of 98 points. He described it as "riveting stuff," highlighting its "incredible array of sweet darker currants, tobacco leaf, lead pencil, and classy oak." Dunnuck emphasizes the wine's balance, noting that it is "big and rich, yet not over the top," and praises its "seamless tannins" and "layered, silky, incredibly satisfying style." Dunnuck foresees a promising future for this wine, suggesting it will "evolve for two decades" (jebdunnuck.com).
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, through reviewer Joe Czerwinski on May 4, 2023, gave the wine a score of 95. Czerwinski pointed out that the 2019 vintage is riper and plusher compared to the 2018s. He described the nose as offering "black cherries and red cherries join cedar and vanilla shadings," and remarked on the "expansive and plush" full-bodied palate that "turns velvety on the long finish" (Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate).
James Suckling, writing on December 7, 2023, rated the wine at 97 points. He commended its "aromas of dark berries, chocolate, terra-cotta, and bark," and noted the "fine velvety tannins" that contribute to a "juicy and intense finish." Suckling concluded that the wine is "delicious all around" and suitable to "drink or hold" (jamessuckling.com).
Finally, The Wine Independent's Lisa Perrotti-Brown, on November 30, 2023, also gave the wine a remarkable score of 98. She described the wine as "deep garnet-purple in color" and identified flavors of "creme de cassis, plum preserves, and chocolate-covered cherries," with additional notes of "sandalwood, camphor, and tar." Perrotti-Brown noted the "concentrated and intense" palate, with "loads of earthy layers and a firm, grainy backbone," concluding with a "long and layered" finish (The Wine Independent).
Overall, the 2019 Fortunate Son The Warrior is a highly acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, appreciated for its complex flavors, rich body, and promising aging potential.