I found this at a supermarket in Miami. Not a cheap wine-- $40+ -- but it must be new (I am on a sabbatical from using AI for 24 hours-- wish me luck!)
This is near opaque plum colored with a medium intensity. Body is medium slightly on the lighter side for a Napa. Acidity is medium. It is dry. Alcohol is medium to medium plus tannins are medium minus not much drying on the gums.
The nose and palate present mainly blueberry with some herbs. Zero wood (welcome for me).
What I like about this one is that it's approachable and enjoyable now. It's not like your typical Cabernet from California that's overoaked and positioned to age for a long time. This is drinkable now and is very enjoyable. There's no residual sugars. It cuts well with a ribeye and I would highly recommend it.
93 points
I found this at a supermarket in Miami. Not a cheap wine-- $40+ -- but it must be new (I am on a sabbatical from using AI for 24 hours-- wish me luck!)
This is near opaque plum colored with a medium intensity. Body is medium slightly on the lighter side for a Napa. Acidity is medium. It is dry. Alcohol is medium to medium plus tannins are medium minus not much drying on the gums.
The nose and palate present mainly blueberry with some herbs. Zero wood (welcome for me).
What I like about this one is that it's approachable and enjoyable now. It's not like your typical Cabernet from California that's overoaked and positioned to age for a long time. This is drinkable now and is very enjoyable. There's no residual sugars. It cuts well with a ribeye and I would highly recommend it.
93 points
Sep 10th, 2025
Napa Valley, California, USA
