2010 Staglin, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)

RP97 "The sucrosity and richness of the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate are prodigious. This dense purple-colored offering from the famous Rutherford AVA exhibits copious red and black fruits (especially blackberries and dark jammy cherries), an intense mouthfeel and full body, but no heaviness or astringency. There is plenty of structure, the wood is pushed to the background, and the finish lasts 40-45 seconds. This beauty is one of Staglin’s finest wines to date. It should provide plenty of pleasure over the next two decades. " RP Oct 2013

AG96+ "The estate's 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon bursts from the glass with juicy red berries, tar, asphalt, licorice, mint and violets. The 2010 is a little cooler, racier and yet more reticent than the 2009, but that is very much in the style of the year. Firm yet well-integrated tannins frame the finish. Hints of mocha, blueberry jam and cloves resonate on the powerful, structured, saline-infused finish. The 2010 is sexy, explosive and striking, but it needs time. With a little air, the wine becomes more delicate and refined. There is a level of nuance and pure class in the 2010 that elevates it to one of the finest and most promising wines of the vintage." AG for VM Dec 20121

Antonio Galloni for RobertParker.com writes, "It is quite clear that quality is on the rise over the last few years under the leadership of winemaker Fredrik Johansson, who previously spent time working with Thomas Rivers Brown." Published: Dec 22, 2011