Possessing an old school Cabernet feel, with juicy black currant, mint, tobacco and lead pencil aromas and flavors, the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Seven Hills Vineyard is compact and focused on the palate, with a medium-bodied, mid-weight profile, good acidity and noticeable tannin on the finish. Like the Merlot, short-term cellaring is warranted here and it should have 12-15 years or more of longevity. It’s not a powerhouse, yet is well done and worth cellaring. Drink now-2022.
This is a solid lineup by winemaker Casey McClellan and the wines possess classic, textbook profiles across the board.
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