Buccella Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Jeb Dunnuck 95+ “The inky-hued 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is surprisingly structured and powerful, with a big nose of cassis, chocolaty oak, scorched earth, and graphite. Where many 2019s are plush and opulent, this has a solid core of tannins that keeps it focused and elegant, with wonderful purity of fruit. I like it. It certainly offers pleasure today, yet smart money will give these 4-5 years in the cellar, and I suspect it will see its 20th birthday in fine form.” 94 points James Suckling  Aromas of crushed blackcurrant, blackberry, vanilla and bark. Full-bodied with silky, slightly tight tannins. Black-fruited, with a hint of sappiness, but not overdone. Layered and well structured with very good length. This needs some time to soften. Best after 2025.  (6/2022)