The 2011 Left Bank represents a smoking value. Made from 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec, it exhibits loads of Cabernet character with ample leaf tobacco, lead pencil, licorice and black currant aromas and flavors emerging from the glass. Medium-bodied, focused and delicious, it-s a bistro styled beauty to drink over the coming 5 to 7 years.
These latest releases from Gilbert Cellars are well-made and impressive across the board. In addition, they represent solid value.