MC4, Saint Helena, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

 Here’s a Cabernet that’s long on cassis aromas backed with fall pie spice.  On the palate, bracing acidity turns the aromas to flavors, with a firm grip taking over from the supple midpalate texture and helping to hold the fruit and spice together.  I would age this wine an additional five years for starters, or give it a good decant before serving with some well marbled beef.  It’s another example of why Saint Helena is a Napa Valley sweet spot.