The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Caravina flows across the palate with gorgeous dark red fruit, smoke, licorice and tobacco. It shows gorgeous mid-palate pliancy and generosity through to a finish laced with flowers, mint and spices. The 2009 impresses for its depth, power and overall sense of harmony. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. Philippe Melka has turned out four beautiful wines at Seavey. The entry-level Caravina is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, while the Cabernet Sauvignon Estate typically includes about 5% Petit Verdot. Both wines spend 18 months in French oak barrels, 50% new.Tel. (707) 963-8339

A rich, elegant mix of cherry and red berry flavors leads to subtle fresh earth, floral and cedar notes. The flavors build and hold, ending with fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2024. 675 cases made. –JL