Joel Gott, California (United States) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Gott purchased grapes from five different areas — Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Lodi, Paso Robles and Lake County — to put together this beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. He has managed to combine lush black fruit nuances with mouth-watering acidity without going over the top with either. It delivers lots of pizzazz despite its modest,13.9%-stated, alcohol. Neither perfectly polished nor rustic, it has just the right amount of spice and verve. The name, 815, represents August 15th, the birth date of his first daughter. This is a steal. Let me know when you get more enjoyment from a $14 California Cabernet.