Second of the three year vertical (2004, 2010 and 2012). Dark ruby red. Layered nose with dark berries, cinnamon, cloves and light cassis. With some air came on some slightly savory notes and a little mesquite smoke. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) with a medium plus to a full body. Took some time to open up then had some cassis, blackberries, blueberries and some dark cocoa. Semi dry and medium plus finish. Was expecting a bit more from this.

Made up of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. All from Estate vineyards; 29% from Spring Valley Home Ranch in St. Helena, 27% from Suscol in Southern Napa, 16% from Stags Leap District, 15% from the Yountville Vineyard in the Oak Knoll District and 13% from Banca Dorada in Rutherford. Aged for 18 months in 40% new French oak barrels.

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