Ide Cabernet Sauvignon Lamplighter 2022 Sonoma County

This classic Cabernet Sauvignon boasts ripe black fruit and is nicely structured. Aromas of sun-ripened blackberry lead to flavors of juicy plum and toasted. This wine is full-bodied and excellently balanced, it’s finish is persistent and elegant.

Decanter: 94
Grapes are from the Alexander Valley AVA, fermented in SS with extended maceration for 10 days and aged in 20% of oak barrels. What a classic California Cabernet, with elegant minty freshness, sagebrush and tobacco nuances woven around the dark cherry and blackberry fruit notes. Medium to full-bodied with graceful tannins that layer in a nice textural grip. Nuances of wet river stones and pressed violets emerge on the long, dry finish. Pair this with a ribeye or seasoned pork loin or your favourite barbecue.

Decanter: 94

Grapes are from the Alexander Valley AVA, fermented in SS with extended maceration for 10 days and aged in 20% of oak barrels. What a classic California Cabernet, with elegant minty freshness, sagebrush and tobacco nuances woven around the dark cherry and blackberry fruit notes. Medium to full-bodied with graceful tannins that layer in a nice textural grip. Nuances of wet river stones and pressed violets emerge on the long, dry finish. Pair this with a ribeye or seasoned pork loin or your favourite barbecue.

Wine Enthusiast: 91
Aromas of blackberry, plum and licorice dominate the nose of this Cabernet. The richly textured palate displays flavors of currant, plum skin, grilled bread and licorice before a finish loaded with grippy tannin, spice and purple flowers.