Hendry 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon “Estate” Napa Valley 95 Points

James Suckling 95 Points: “Aromas of blue plums, fruit cake and violets followed by box tree and crushed gravel with vanilla and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, soft acidity and finely grained tannins. Beautifully structured yet refined and harmonious.”

WE 95 Points: “A good-old Napa Cab character comes through in this blackberry and black-olive scented wine that shows great balance despite elevated alcohol. A full body, medium tannins, and lots of dark fruit with little noticeable oak keep it focused and delicious. “

WS 94 Points: “Ripe and focused, with good intensity to the boysenberry and blackberry coulis notes, which are carried by a graphite edge. Reveals violet accents through the lightly toasted finish, adding a nice lift, with a curl of alder smoke at the end for more nuance. Drink now through 2037. 219 cases made.”

Winemaker Notes: “Opaque, deep ruby color. Immediate berry fruit on the nose backed with spice, dried herbs, and leather. Full-bodied, with pleasing deep berry roundness and depth in the mid-palate. Fine-grained tannins with a bittersweet chocolate edge and dark, stewed fruit on the finish. New aromas of violets, licorice, and more continue to emerge with air, making this a good candidate for further bottle development. Like its immediate predecessors, this wine seems very approachable upon release. Try with slow-roasted lamb shanks, braised short ribs, Wagyu sliders (fancy!), salumi and charcuterie, risotto made with an intensely flavored cheese like Pecorino. Even a simple burger with blue cheese will be elevated in the company of this appealing wine.”

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