2017 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap, Napa Valley USA

The estate lies in the heart of the Stags Leap District, the first viticultural area in the United States to be approved based on the distinctiveness of its soils. A blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot; it shows lovely ripe, sweet red berry and blackcurrant fruit on a well-structured palate, with good aromatics and a bright acidity which gives the finish both liveliness and length.

Lots of purple fruit with raspberries and blackberries follow through to a medium to full body with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish.