Country: US / California
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Y Rousseau / Le Roi Soleil
Syrupy thick at first, decadent enough for a king, this rich red is defined by vanilla French toast and blackberry jam aromas and flavors. It finds balance midway through on the palate, veering into crisper red tones of cranberry and rhubarb. Time will help mellow things out. Cellar through 2020.