One of the hottest wines in Napa right now, and it is scarce, so it is always a pleasure to open a bottle. In most vintages, this is a lay down for ten years minimum, but 2017 is a bit more ready to drink young. Pop and pour, this was singing from the start. Purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose has cassis, black cherries, chocolate, black licorice and spice. Full bodied. Medium tannins. Slightly softer texture but with great balance. On the palate, juicy black cherries, cassis and slight cocoa notes. Deep and concentrated, it unwinds in the glass. Long finish. This is young but drinking well, but still should improve as it matures. Drink over the next ten to fifteen years. For the back story on this wine/winery/vineyard see our prior note: https://www.intowine.com/reviews/2017-macdonald-cabernet-sauvignon-usa-c...
