The 2007 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon spent 18 months in 25% new French oak. Dark ruby-colored, it offers up aromas of balsam wood, cassis, and blackberry. On the palate, this fleshy effort has plenty of ripe, succulent fruit, lots of spice, and excellent length. It delivers a lot of wine for the money.
Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; www.oldbridgecellars.com