2019 Barnett Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 375

2019 Barnett Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 375This Cabernet is evidence of that. Fresh blackberry, anise and mocha are the first things apparent on the nose followed by cola, acai berry and menthol. This is a silky lush wine with layers of dark chocolate, cedar and freshly ground coffee. The tannins are chiefly present, being round pleasing chalky tannins with firm mountain acid balancing them out. The finish is chocolate covered plum. This powerhouse Cabernet is already showing well and will

Fermented with zero residual sugar

Expressive and elegant wine

and hints of truffle

ripe raspberry

Expressive aromas of nutmeg spice are supplemented by notes of fresh strawberry and vanilla

sarsaparilla

and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon that was brought up in 80% new French oak

Going from this juicy entry to the lush palate

Production starts by selecting individual grapes at harvest time

and a monster finish

tobacco and bouquet garni plus scents of chargrilled meat and truffles

It's gorgeous on all accounts