The most underrated wines in the entire Etude portfolio are their Cabernet Sauvignons. I had a chance to taste from the great 2013 vintage. They are all noteworthy achievements. The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon (like all of the others), shows a dense opaque purple color, notes of pen ink, blackberry, licorice, creosote and a long, full-bodied, heady mouthfeel. This is a much smaller production cuvée than usual because 46 barrels were destroyed in the earthquake in August 2014. This wine should drink well for 10-15 years.

Bold, rich and assertive, with aromas of black cherry, dark berry, graphite, crushed rock and cedar. More sturdy than sophisticated at this point, but the finish is strong, supported by ripe, fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2028. 1,896 cases made.??–JL??Region: California / Napa / Napa Valley Select to Add