Louis M. Martini, Sonoma Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

For decades, the Monte Rosso vineyard has provided some of the best Cabernet Sauvignon fruit in California.  The old vines and low yields allow Cabernets of great intensity, power and balance.  The 2010 is concentrated and rich, but has a balance and structure found only rarely.  The wine shows pure black cherry and black currant fruit aromas with hints of vanilla, herbs, tobacco, cedar and black pepper spice.  Lush and layered on the palate, the black fruits are enhanced by elements of red cherry, baking spices, herbs and cedar.  The red fruit elements are interwoven with the spice nuances and linger at the finish.  The 2010 continues the legend of this great Cabernet and will age well for another 15+ years.