The Wine Palate

2023 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, 96 points
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon soars from the glass with energetic notes of black currant pastilles and fresh blueberries, giving way to hints of black olives, pencil shavings, and lavender, with a touch of wild sage. The full-bodied palate is bright and lively with fine-grained tannins framing the energetic black fruit, finishing long and minerally.

2023 La Scala Red Blend, 95 points
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 La Scala is composed of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 4.5% Petite Sirah, and 0.5% Petit Verdot. It races out with vivacious notes of warm cassis, blueberries, and black raspberries, plus suggestions of rosebud tea, forest floor, and mossy tree bark. The full-bodied palate is densely laden with bright black and blue fruit layers, supported by firm, grainy tannins and great tension, finishing long and fragrant.