A value-driven Cabernet to be sure and one, under the Conservancy mantra, that serves to raise funds to protect vineyard land from urban development. This vintage is full, with baked plum and earthy flavors, even-handed overall, with a hint of green bean on the finish.——V.B.(3/1/2012)—— 85

Fruit-forward with big but managed tannins and structure. Concannon has done a nice job here with its Conservancy Cab, smelling of sweet cranberry relish, almost herbal on the nose like a Cab Franc (and its Central Coast Cab), and finishing with plenty of vanilla.——V.B.(11/1/2011)—— 88

Soft and simple, with pleasant blackberry, currant and oak flavors that finish dry and quick. An everyday Cabernet whose brisk tannins suggest rich barbecue.——S.H.(10/1/2010)—— 84