This beautifully structured wine, which has the classic terroir-based character of the best Rutherford Cabernets, begins with an intense array of aromas of blackberry, sage, graphite, figs and violets. On the palate, the characteristic dusty minerality of Rutherford emerges, framing sensual flavours of blueberries and dark berries, with hints of black pepper on the long, dramatic finish. A wine with very good structure that will only show its potential as the years go by.