My first crack at Brooks Painter’s 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon lineup is, no surprise, a stellar wine. It’s classic Napa Valley, with Blackberry, black cherry, dried herbs, fall spice, great structure, supple grip and a long finish. Decant it near term, or put it in your trophy cellar. Year after year, V. Sattui is one of the most dependable producers in the USA. A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition.
V. Sattui, Mt. Veeder (Napa Valley, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
By Rich Cook