ZD made its reputation in the 1980s producing world class Chardonnay. It still does, thank you, but in recent vintages the stars have realigned and now Cabernet Sauvignon may well be the winery’s most important grape. The 2013 Cabernet is a stunning wine that will rival any Napa Cab you are likely to find from this very good vintage. Well proportioned, with outstanding weight and depth, yet beautifully balanced, it shows notes of cassis and blackberry, excellent balance and a subtle note of oak spice. This wine was a Platinum award-winner at the 2016 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition.
ZD Wines, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
By Robert Whitley