2006 Kapcsándy "Estate Cuvée - State Lane Vineyard" Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend

“The 2006 Estate Cuvee State Lane Vineyard (a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot, and 4% Cabernet Franc) possesses a dark plum/purple color as well as notes of roasted coffee, cocoa, chocolate, black currants, sweet cherries, and subtle oak. Medium to full-bodied, elegant, layered, intense, pure, and long, it is approachable now, but promises to drink well for two decades or more. (RP) 93+” (12/2009)

“Lovely floral lift to the aromas and flavors of cassis, licorice and violet. Supple and light on its feet-and likely to fill in with more time in bottle. This represents a barrel selection intended to make an earlier-drinking wine. Carrying a moderate 13.5% alcohol. (ST)” (05/2009)

“Spices, vanilla bean, and berries on the nose. A nice balance. Full and soft, with round tannins. A soft and juicy palate.” (02/2011)

“Mature and moderately complex, with a mix of creamy oak, dried red berry and dark berry, licorice and gravelly rock flavors imparting a fading, chewy texture and a hint of ripe sweetness. Has reached a nice drinking stage reminiscent of an aged Bordeaux. (JL)” (11/2016)