Paul Hobbs 2018 Cross Barn Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn comes from the superstar winemaker Paul Hobbs and is a solid value in 2017 Napa Valley Cabernet. Upfront violets, plums, exotic spices, and orange blossom notes all emerge from this expressive, medium to full-bodied, plush effort that has lots of charm. It has the vintage's slightly firm tannins yet should keep nicely for 7-8 years, if not longer.

Score: 91 points -- Jeb Dunnock, jebdunnock.com, 2020