Eberle Winery, Paso Robles (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

The Eberle Winery has a long-standing reputation for its age-worthy cabernet sauvignon, but the kudos are usually reserved for the consistently outstanding estate cab and the always remarkable reserve cab. The best-kept secret in Paso, however, is the ‘Vineyard Selection’ cabernet that relies upon grapes from throughout the Paso region as well a portion from the Eberle property. This wine is made in a fruit-driven style, is always reasonably prices, and it’s delicious vintage after vintage. Proof of that fact is its track record at major wine competitions, where it usually does well. This vintage took a gold medal at the 2013 Winemaker Challenge in January and it’s a pure delight, particularly at an attractive price point below $20.