2021 Larkmead Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley napa

2021 Larkmead Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley napaThe beautiful, deep, and vibrant violet ruby color in the glass hints at the richness and depth of this Cabernet Sauvignon. When first opened, aromas of violets, mocha, and dark blue fruits envelop the nose. With time, the wine continues to evolve, as the bramble berry notes expand and make way for exotic spices and vanilla. These flavors are balanced by notes of juniper, cedar 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc 97 POINTS Wine Enthusiast

and focused with soaring fine tannin and lots of fantastic savory and spicy flavors

the wine is plush while maintaining a linear focus creating great length on the palate

Aged 18 months in 40% new french oak

and Merlot clearly display their hillside origins

The En Famille Pinot Noir comes from a vineyard planted in 1990

impressive 2021 offering lots of ripe plum and darker currant-like fruit as well as ample baking spice

The mid palate transitions seamlessly into a long and dark fruit driven finish

In the heart of Côte de Nuits

fresh palate

richness (nicely conducted/defined)

Rating: 97(+) - Jeb Dunnuck

but just barely outweighs tropical aromas of ripe pineapple