Ziata Cabernet Sauvignon Meteor Vineyard Napa Valley 2019 RNDC leading with supple cherry fruit

leading with supple cherry fruit and transitioning to richer boysenberry flavors on the mid-palate where the medium-firm tannins

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The flowery characteristics are pure Cabernet Franc

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Ziata Cabernet Sauvignon Meteor Vineyard Napa Valley 2019 RNDC leading with supple cherry fruitSolidly built, with a core of dark acai and blackberry fruit compote lined with a cold cast iron note. Compact, with a frankly toasty edge on the finish, though cellaring should loosen this up a little. Textbook Coombsville profile. Best from 2023 through 2034. 210 cases made.