This wine from the Sonoma side of the Mayacamas Mountains is a re-brand of what used to be labeled simply as Louis Martini Sonoma County cabernet. Velvety, integrated tannins. Rich, smooth and spicy, packed with plummy fruit, broad in mouthfeel, full- bodied with a lingering finish. Drink or hold.
92 points, Jim Gordon, James Suckling (May 2024)
A quite ripe version, with boysenberry and plum compote notes that glide through, gilded liberally with sweet toast and melted licorice accents. For fans of the style. Drink now through 2026. 40,000 cases made.
90 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Jul 2024)
The nose of this wine is an absolute bomb of bright cherry liqueur, caramel and vanilla cola. The palate shows plenty of those decadent flavors, but on a more nimble than expected framework. Fans of lighter Cabernet will love this at this price point.
90 points, Tom R. Capo, Wine Enthusiast (Jul 2024)