The Cabernet Franc must have given it an extra kick of freshness, increasing the already fresh character of the year. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of herbal and fresh flavors and very fine, varietal tannins. RP
This wine offered ripe, concentrated cassis flavors with a rich, plush texture. It has an excellent opaque violet color, ripe black cherry flavors and finely grained tannin.
$750
Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
RP
93
JS
92
I was very pleasantly surprised by the 2017 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon, which has a very classical nose, combining the herbal character of the grape with good ripeness of the year, resulting in a very complete wine, nicely textured and with the serious tannins from the variety. RP
$390
Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
RP
92
JS
93
Red chili pepper and clove spices to the currants and savory tobacco leaf. A tight and juicy delivery on the palate with a full body and nicely clutched tannins. Lovely grip. 92% cabernet sauvignon and 8% cabernet franc. JS