Keplinger 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon “Vine Hill Ranch” Oakville, Napa Valley 97 Points

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points: “The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch Vineyard showed beautifully. All Cabernet from two blocks in this great vineyard, it has a deep purple hue to go with gorgeous black and blue fruits as well as tobacco, baking spices, incense, and lead pencil nuances. It’s full-bodied and has silky tannins, a gorgeous core of dark fruits, and a great finish.”

Vinous 96 Points: “The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch is fabulous. Rich and deep to the core, the 2019 is one of the most sensual wines I have tasted of the ranch. Soft, plush contours and silky tannins wrap around a core of ted/purplish fruit, rose petals, spice, and lavender.  Pretty floral top notes extend the finish effortlessly. What a gorgeous wine this is.”

Winemaker Notes: ” The 2019 has vibrant aromas of black cherry, black licorice, cedar, bay leaf, plum, rose, and lavender. The palate has striking finesse, with a silky entry and velvety tannins lifting flavors of dark fruits, aromatic herbs and spice notes, which persist on the lengthy finish. Purity and elegance alongside power and intensity. Drinking exceptionally well now, the 2019 Vine Hill Ranch Vineyard also promises to age effortlessly.”