2019 | Inconnu Cabernet Sauvignon | Carneros Aglianico - Piedirosso A magnificent red with crushed

A magnificent red with crushed violets

The 2022 Pax Mahle Dutton Ranch Shop Block Pinot Blanc is a sophisticated expression of this varietal

but because base wines from the 1er Cru villages are present – Cuis (21%) and Vertus (6%) – it only qualifies for the 1er Cru designation

Pure chardonnay

this wine evokes an instant mental escape of France’s sun-soaked Mediterranean coast (and begs for long lunches of garlicky

2019 | Inconnu Cabernet Sauvignon | Carneros Aglianico - Piedirosso A magnificent red with crushedThe 2019 Inconnu Cabernet Sauvignon from Carneros displays a deep ruby color in the glass, hinting at its concentrated fruit profile. On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberries, black currants, and plums dominate, complemented by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. The palate reveals a full bodied wine with velvety tannins and balanced acidity, offering flavors of dark fruits, including black cherry and cassis, along