Tasting Notes
The 2022 11 Dams blend is tenacious and fresh, offering notes of blue fruit, turned earth and dusted oak spice on the nose. The palate is plush and concentrated with serious structure and tension. Plum, dark chocolate shavings and graphite glide across the palate, anchored by building yet polished tannin and succulent acidity.
Technical Information
"Aromatic and inviting, it’s got a pleasing dusty character that calls to mind the Cabs from Napa’s Rutherford Bench. Mouthcoating flavors of blue fruits, cassis, shaved chocolate, sandalwood, espresso and a touch of licorice are artfully combined, set against smooth, ripe and persistent tannins. Aged 22 months in one third new French oak barrels, it’s drinking beautifully and may be at its best over the next half decade" - 94pts. Paul Gregutt
"Potent in structure but expressive, with black cherry, underbrush and mint flavors that gather tension toward medium-grained tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Syrah and Merlot. Drink now through 2033" - 91pts. Wine Spectator
"Black cherries, olives, white pepper and mocha on the nose of this full-bodied red blend. It’s peppery and flavorful, with sleek tannins and a spicy finish. 47% cabernet sauvignon, 44% malbec, 8% syrah and 1% merlot. Drink or hold." - 91pts James Suckling
