A riper style than is typical for this label, but of course, winemaker Darice Spinelli makes it work, taming the bold fruit with other elements like dried herbs, pepper and careful oak spice adding interest but allowing the fruit to shine as it should here. A rigid tannic backbone will resolve with some time, and more complexity is sure to emerge. Another great wine from Nickel & Nickel.
Nickel & Nickel, Rutherford (Napa Valley, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
By Rich Cook