Diamond Mountain has long been one of the most distinctive sub-regions of the Napa Valley for cabernet sauvignon, making complex cabs that will improve with age over multiple decades. The En Garde Le Bijou du Roi is an example of the genre. This vintage exhibits lovely red fruits and spice, with a floral background note and hints of vanilla and darker fruits on the palate. It was a platinum award-winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine and Spirits Competition.
En Garde, Diamond Mountain (Napa Valley) Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
By Robert Whitley