2023 Cathiard Vineyard

Aromas of blueberries, graphite, iodine, oyster shells, bark and mushrooms come through clearly. Medium-bodied, succulent and juicy with fine, chewy tannins. Extremely long and rather endless. Pure old-vine Cabernet character. Gorgeous now, but better in a few years. (02/2026)

Tasted as a barrel sample, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon has a vibrant purple hue as well as a riveting perfume of crème de cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and hints of violets. It's pure, focused, and precise on the palate, with full-bodied richness, a seamless mouthfeel, ripe tannins, gorgeous balance, and a great finish. As with everything here, there's a certain Bordeaux-like style in its acid and tannin structure. This will clearly be a brilliant wine. (12/2025)

The single-varietal 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate, from a section of the vineyard at 1,200 feet elevation and the oldest vines, is deep garnet-purple in color. It needs a fair bit of shaking to wake up notes of ripe blackberries, blackcurrant jelly, and anise, leading to an undercurrent of lavender, mint tea, mossy tree bark, and rose oil. The full-bodied palate is very taut and tightly wound with an array of black fruit, earthy, and floral notes, supported by firm, beautifully ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length and a quiet intensity. Stunning! (01/2026)