2012 Gandona Vineyards "Estate" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

“Living up to the potential predicted last year, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is fabulous. One hundred percent Cabernet Sauvignon aged 22 months in 80% new French oak, there are 500 cases of this terrific wine. With its inky purple color, a glorious nose of blackberry and blueberry liqueur, full-bodied mouthfeel, dense, pure notes interwoven with camphor, charcoal embers and spring flowers, this is stunning stuff and a great example of the Estate’s potential. (RP)” (10/2014)

“The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dark, powerful wine endowed with serious depth. Dark blue and black-toned fruit, lavender, violets, graphite, savory herbs, cedar and leather flesh out in a bold, dramatic Cabernet built on opulence and breadth. Hints of raspberry, sage and mint develop over time, adding an element of lift, but this remains a big Pritchard Hill Cabernet that showcases power more than anything else. (AG)” (12/2014)

“Smooth-textured, with supple tannins woven into the granite and graphite flavors, balanced by dried dark berry and light cedary oak. Maintains a graceful profile throughout, ending elegant and graceful. (JL)” (10/2015)