violets and molten licorice
and tobacco-driven aromatics
savory character of the vineyards is on full display
deftly plays upon the elegance and fruity brightness of the growing season
classic Burgundy from the Mâcon
2021 | Staglin Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford La Vis violets and molten licoriceThe finest example of this estate I've ever tasted, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is a flat out sensational effort that hits perfection. Exhibiting a deep purple hue as well as a smorgasbord like array of cassis, scorched earth, chocolate, and spicy wood, it has a Pauillac like cedar pencil character, full bodied richness, and voluptuous, a layered, multi dimensional mouthfeel, and sweet tannins. While there's considerable structure, it's