Rudd, Oakville Samantha's Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions Nicely integrated oak

Nicely integrated oak

A completely different nose that is more animale in character with more earth and crushed herbs as well that can also be found on the deep and exceptionally rich flavors that offer outstanding volume and sève on the palate drenching finish that goes on and on

mingling aromas of citrus oil

Once again there is an appealing texture to the rich and succulent middle weight flavors that possess lovely vibrancy on the mildly rustic finale

Rudd, Oakville Samantha's Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions Nicely integrated oakThe 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Samantha's shows a deeper, inkier expression of Oakville Cabernet. Inky blue and black fruit, smoke, licorice, tobacco and graphite meld together as the 2012 opens up in the glass. Mocha, plums and incense add nuance. Many of the lots are fermented in barrel, which gives the finished wine much of its signature intensity and tannin profile. Ideally, readers should give the 2012 another few years to soften, as the tannins are