Ladera is getting quite a string of winners under its umbrella. This Cabernet Sauvignon joins the fray by embracing its rustic hillside tannin structure while keeping the fruit in front. The lively oak spice enhances without covering the black and blue berry character, and the long, layered finish asks for a bold beefy meal as an accompaniment. A producer that continues to impress!
Ladera Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
By Rich Cook