Like the reserve Cab but from the Paola’s block, this Cab is vibrant purple in color and positively sticks to the glass—its 16.1% alcohol is surprising, given the wine’s overall balance. It has light chocolaty aromas on the nose (like pudding), with bouncy berry fruit and some vanilla on the palate. A nice wooly texture completes the picture. ——D.T.(10/1/2006)—— 90