2012 Tudal Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

100% Cabernet Sauvignon – St. Helena

Aged in French Oak, splitting time between new and neutral barrels to balance its profile.  It’s an intense wine that will pair beautifully with red meats and will age well.  There is deep warmth to this wine as it imparts flavors of blackberries, plum and cassis, alongside hints of caramel, mocha and mint.  The tannins are soft, delicate and dusty, and the acidity is balanced.

The first of California's drought-influenced run and a welcome return to warm, dry conditions following the rain-marred 2011 season. Record-sized crop with many stars; a solid vintage across the board marked by a tannic spine that will age well.

 Wine Spectator Vintage 96/100