2017 Cliff Lede "Poetry" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Bid on this bottle of 2017 Cliff Lede "Poetry" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (99JD, 98RP, 96VN, 96WE). Jeb Dunnuck: "The flagship is the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Poetry, which is based on 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot, and the balance Merlot. Straight-up awesome notes of black raspberries, blueberries, smoked tobacco, violets, spice box, and gravelly earth as well as a bloody, meaty character all emerge from this magical wine. With full-bodied richness, ultra-fine tannins, flawless balance, and a great, great finish, it doesn't have the sheer opulence of the 2016 or 2015 yet shows a more classical, elegant, style that still packs ample richness and depth. It's a candidate for the wine of the vintage and is an incredible achievement for this team. Bravo." (01/2020)