Soft and simple. The berry and cherry fruit has a vegetal tug of asparagus, and the absence of structure makes the wine taste sweet. Drink now. Tasted 3 times.——S.H.(2/1/2011)—— 84

Shows a marked improvement over any Cab Waterstone has produced, a rich, layered wine that should improve in the cellar. Bone dry and thick in tannins, it shows deep flavors of black currants, baker’s chocolate and herbs. Decant for a few hours if you’re drinking it now, or stash through 2012. ——S.H.(11/1/2008)—— 91

This is the best Waterstone Cab in years. A barrel selection, the wine is beautifully ripe and shows great Napa tannins. It’s also sharper and more acidic than many of the cults, making it more companionable at the dinner table. Should drink well over the next five years. ——S.H.(3/1/2007)—— 89