2017 Amuse Bouche, Vin Perdu, Napa Valley 1x750ml

Robert Parker 92

The fruit for this was harvested on October 2nd and 3rd, just before the 2017 fires. The 2017 Vin Perdu is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs a little coaxing to reveal notes of plum preserves, creme de cassis and Black Forest cake with underlying hints of candied violets, forest floor, cigar box and bay leaves. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is jam-packed with black fruits and savory layers, framed by firm, grainy tannins and bright freshness, finishing long. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 02/03/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2020-2034