this cabernet sauvignon-based blend is a best-of-barrels selection from summers' various cabs throughout napa valley. it's unquestionably a big wine, densely packed with blackberry, cherry and dark chocolate flavors. it's also very young. the tannins pack a real punch. new oak, to the tune of 100%, is apparent in the buttered toast richness. don't drink it now, good as it is. give it until 2014, and it will develop long beyond that.
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