Lancaster 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 750ml

Critical Acclaim:

The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon is much more polished than the 2009 tasted alongside it. Asphalt, smoke, tobacco, licorice and tar all flow as this sumptuous Cabernet shows off its sexy, undeniably appealing personality. Hints of mocha and espresso add a resonant warmth that is hugely attractive. The tannins are firm but seamlessly balanced. There is a lot to like in the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon, starting with the wine's sheer class. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025. Score: 92 points -- Wine Advocate, Apr 2013

(includes 12% merlot, 6% malbec, 2% petit verdot and 1% cabernet franc; 70% new French oak): Inky ruby. Expressive, oak-spiced cassis, cherry and floral pastille aromas are lifted by a suave mineral quality and a hint of cracked pepper. Fleshy and seamless in texture, offering sweet dark fruit flavors and suggestions of mocha and chewing tobacco. Finishes smoky and long, with youthfully chewy tannins adding shape and grip. Score: 91 points -- Vinous, May 2014