This Cabernet is a big, juicy crowd pleaser at first sniff and sip, but there is more than just a casual attraction here. Some rich earth character presents itself midpalate, and bright acidity knits it together with the big blackberry and currant fruit, and they finish with good integration that promises to continue over the next five to ten years. Don’t be fooled by the cheeky proprietary name — this is serious stuff.
Booker Wines, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
By Rich Cook