Forget about the Lambert Bridge wines of 15 years ago, which were competent yet unexciting. Embrace the new Lambert Bridge, under the ownership of Ray and Patti Chambers. Winemakers Jill Davis and Jennifer Higgins are producing astonishingly good, yet somewhat under-the-radar, wines, as evidenced by this polished, integrated Cab. Classically styled, it has cedar, tobacco, cassis and black cherry character, with good tannic grip and bright acidity. It’s already been aged two years in bottle before release, and will likely go another 20 years, if one has the patience.
Lambert Bridge Winery, Sonoma County (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
By Linda Murphy