2019, 2020, 2021 Modus Operandi Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhone Blend & Malbec Tasting Lot

“Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Farella Vineyard needs a fair bit of swirling to unlock fragrant scents of crushed black cherries, mulberries and blackcurrant pastilles, plus compelling wafts of dark chocolate and licorice. Rich, full-bodied and jam-packed with black fruit preserves flavors, it has a velvety texture and a long, layered finish. (LPB)” (10/2021)

“Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, dried herbs, bark, walnuts and dark chocolate. It’s full-bodied with plush tannins. Rich and polished with plenty of ripe fruit and chocolate on the palate. Chewy, flavorful finish. Big wine.” (11/2021)

“Coming from a cooler site in the Coombsville region of the valley, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Farella Vineyard is a more plush, soft, full-bodied effort that has moderate acidity and up-front notes of ripe currants, coffee, and chocolate. I certainly wouldn’t guess Coombsville based on the profile, but this is outstanding, nonetheless.” (05/2022)

“From the heart of the Coombsville AVA. Fragrant and bright red fruit tinged with cinnamon and currants with crushed wild sage. Bold, ripe and flavoursome with overripe strawberry and cherry notes atop feathery tannins. Finishes with a herbaceous kick and dusty minerals. (JC)” (06/2022)

“The 2021 Malbec Mueller Vineyard is deep garnet-purple in color. After a swirl of two, the nose soars with energetic notes of redcurrants, red roses, violets, and fresh blackberries plus touches of fallen leaves and cracked black pepper. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers tight-knit red and black fruit layers with a firm frame of grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and perfumed. (LPB)” (07/2024)

“A medium-bodied red with creamy berries, dark cherries, bark and warm spices. Fine, creamy tannins. Plenty of toffee and almond pie character in the aftertaste. Fruity finish.” (09/2023)