HALL Cabernet Sauvignon "Kathryn Hall"

WA: (95-97)

A barrel sample of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Kathryn Hall is opaque purple-black colored with a beautiful perfume of bold black currants, Black Forest cake and aniseed with candied violets, ripe red and black plums and rose hip tea notions plus a waft of forest floor. The full-bodied palate is a little closed and tightly wound with elegant, fine-grained tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and fragrant.

VM: (92-94)

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Kathryn Hall is bright, punchy and full of the energy that is a signature of the best vintages of this wine. Lavender, spice, mint and dark red fruit all grace this mid-weight, vibrant Cabernet. As always, the Kathryn Hall is made mostly from the estate Sacrashe vineyard in the hills above Rutherford.

WS: 95

Rich and ripe, with a caressing edge to its plum paste and cassis core, while melted red licorice, red tea and iron notes add range and length through the fine-grained finish. Not shy on stuffing, but there's a nice sense of refinement to the structure, which lets the fruit play out nicely. Best from 2022 through 2037. 5,750 cases made.