This is a luscious, beautifully concentrated Cabernet that is velvety in texture and tone. Complex notes of blackberry, plum, chocolate, graphite, sage, dried red cherry and cassis complement the persistent finish that includes hints of cigar, espresso, leather and plush tannin. The creamy oak is well integrated with this wonderfully balanced crowd pleaser. Easily worth... Read Full Review →

Similar to many of Napa’s top tier 2018 Cabernets, this new discovery by Jim Barbour and Thomas Rivers Brown delivers supreme satisfaction now and monumental potential for long-term enjoyment thanks to velvety rich tannins. Luxuriously smooth notes of dark cherries and blackberry compote combine with hints of toasted pecan, dark cocoa and baking spices on... Read Full Review →

Silky, rich, ultra creamy, spicy red fruits, black cherry, plum, currant, sage, blackberry, Christmas spices, dark chocolate and espresso, leading through fine grained soft tannins. A deep and complex red with a hint of dried herbs on the peppery finish. Could use a few more years in the cellar to bloom into an extraordinary blend. Read Full Review →

In just the second vintage, this Impetuous Cabernet blend shows why we admire the talents of genius winemaker Martha McCllelan and Checkerboard’ mountain vineyards. Aromas and initial palate flavors feature fresh blackberries and mint chocolate entwined with baking spice. Black fruit notes are layered with velvety rich dark chocolate and vanilla bean in a Cabernet... Read Full Review →

This new show-stopper launches forth with alluring notes of caramel, monumental black fruit, deftly balanced tannins and hints of white chocolate across an ultra-silky texture. This immensely age-worthy winner features alluring hints of Mexican chocolate and walnut brownies on the voluptuous finish. Decanting recommended prior to 2020 and savor every sip of this dreamy red... Read Full Review →