Dana Estates, VASO Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020

Made by winemaker extraordinaire, Philippe Melka, VASO is a rich and well-polished wine, powered by organically grown vines and deeply concentrated fruit. Even for its tip-top alcohol, it's mind-bendingly balanced and soft, with a red carpet of tannins unfolding on the palate. In the glass, a spectacular concert of aromatics puts the very best of Howell Mountain on display with dark raspberry, kirsch, espresso, cocoa spice, and crumbles of sweet red stone, sure to please the pickiest of Napa lovers (like me). ~Allegra A