Obsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon NV (750 ml) Chablis 1er Cru 'Montee de Tonnerre'

Obsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon NV (750 ml) Chablis 1er Cru 'Montee de Tonnerre'TASTING NOTESThe Estate Cabernet is the signature wine of Obsidian Ridge and embodies the complexity and wildness of the site. The structure and intensity of upper blocks is complemented by aromatics and acidity of cooler blocks. Aromas of freshly cut red cherries with hints of cinnamon and spice. Flavors of mulberry and plum, woven with dried oregano and chapparal, are supported by a rich texture of fine, leathery tannins. Notes of star anise,

I would prefer to cellar the 2016 for at least a few years to allow the tannins to soften

but has ample fruit for balance

Citrus blossom and stone fruit aromas are followed by creamy peach flavors and a crisp finish

with terrific persistence

complex nose of chamomile

age with a crown cap

sweet ripe currants

95James Suckling This opens with aromas of dried apricots and salted lemons

third and fourth-year barrique

almond and juniper flavors accented by hints of oak

it is soft-spoken with lovely plush tannins and good density

There is excellent richness and volume to the gorgeously textured