Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

 This dark, ripe and juicy Cabernet is made for those who like it plump and chunky.  The aroma of dark, ripe fruit with hints of anise and dried herbs sets you up for a big, rich mouth filling wine with light toasty oak and tannins providing structure.  With some airing the flavors open to reveal nuances of black tea and berry fruit before the youthful tannins are picked up to carry this to its rugged, sturdy finish.  This full-bodied Cab is a blend of 83% Cabernet with 9% Petite Verdot and a splash of Merlot and it was aged for 10 months in 50% new French oak.  It is a lot of wine for the money, and should peak around 2028 or so.