This wine is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. The Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a block planted in 1974 at Hendry Ranch, at the foothills of Mount Veeder. The Cabernet Franc comes from a block originally planted in 1949 at Detert in Oakville.
WINE SPECTATOR 94 POINTS - "Fresh, ripe and pure, with a sleek feel to its core of cassis and plum puree flavors, which are inlaid liberally with notes of singed vanilla, cedar and warm red licorice, plus a late tug of earth on the finish. Nicely polished overall, showing the vintage's copious fruit profile. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2025 through 2038. 200 cases made."
WINE SPECTATOR 94 POINTS - "Fresh, ripe and pure, with a sleek feel to its core of cassis and plum puree flavors, which are inlaid liberally with notes of singed vanilla, cedar and warm red licorice, plus a late tug of earth on the finish. Nicely polished overall, showing the vintage's copious fruit profile. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2025 through 2038. 200 cases made."