Rudd, Oakville Samantha's Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions Probably too young now

Probably too young now

A completely different nose that is more animale in character with more earth and crushed herbs as well that can also be found on the deep and exceptionally rich flavors that offer outstanding volume and sève on the palate drenching finish that goes on and on

the is excellent energy suffusing the more refined if slightly less concentrated middleweight flavors that exude evident minerality on the beautifully long finish that displays focused power and solid depth

(86% tempranillo and 14% garnacha)

The full-bodied palate is densely packed and tightly wound with loads of black fruits

Rudd, Oakville Samantha's Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions Probably too young nowThe 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Samantha's shows a deeper, inkier expression of Oakville Cabernet. Inky blue and black fruit, smoke, licorice, tobacco and graphite meld together as the 2012 opens up in the glass. Mocha, plums and incense add nuance. Many of the lots are fermented in barrel, which gives the finished wine much of its signature intensity and tannin profile. Ideally, readers should give the 2012 another few years to soften, as the tannins are