2011 Hartwell Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap Napa

(95 Points -- Decanter)

(panel tasting) Romain Bourger: ripe and jammy nose of dark fruit and oak tones. Concentrated palate with firm tannins bringing freshness and edges to the wine. Stephen Brook: Voluptuous black fruits nose, heady and hedonistic with stylish oak. rich, suave, concentrated, fresh and lively. Polished and elegant, with sweetness of fruit without jamminess. fine acidity gives excellent length and finesse. Angela Mount: Very opulent, polished style. Bags of class. Deep core of delicious dark berry fruit, with hints of bitter chocolate and eucalyptus. Power and concentration, but beautifully structured and textured fleshy, bold yet lovely elegance and a spectacular, sweet fruit finish