Kelly Fleming Wine Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA

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Swirls of black cherries, vanilla and dark chocolate mark the nose of the current-release 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon. Estate grown in Calistoga and aged in 85% new French oak, it's a rich, full-bodied wine but one that doesn't come across as forcibly extractive or overripe, with easygoing, supple tannins and a long, plush finish. It should drink well for at least a decade, quite possibly longer.

The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific effort in a very challenging year. Welch gave the fruit a little more time on the skins and lowered the percentage of new barrels, an approach that worked nicely here. The 2011 stands out for its energy, focus and balance. It will be interesting to see where the wine goes over the coming year, but there is plenty of potential. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. I was quite taken with the three wines I tasted this year from Kelly Fleming and her long-time winemaker Celia Welch.Tel. (707) 942-6849; www.kellyflemingwines.com