The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Champoux Vineyard has a splendid perfume of toasty oak, Asian spices, incense, cassis, black cherry, and black currant. Already with considerable complexity, this plush, nearly voluptuous Cabernet has layers of spicy, succulent fruit, well-concealed tannin, and a lengthy, pure finish. It will offer prime drinking from 2013 to 2026.
Mike Januik continues to produce wines that deliver excellent bang for the buck throughout his portfolio.
Tel. (425) 481-5502; www.januikwinery.com