Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford 2021

91 Points Jeb Dunnuck There are roughly 2,000 cases of the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford, which comes from the Red Barn, Bosche, and Sycamore Vineyards. A blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, and 8% Petit Verdot, this black-fruited, medium to full-bodied, nicely balanced 2021 has plenty of up-front fruit, velvety tannins, and a great finish. 

Sourced from Bosché, Sycamore, and Red Barn Ranch, this wine displays all the classic notes of the Rutherford AVA. The aromatics conjure up notions of dark chocolate, black cherry, fresh cedar, and graphite. The palate is rich and complexly layered with flavors of espresso, plum pie, blackberry and forest floor. The tannins are reminiscent of Rutherford dust; structured, dusty and well integrated, making this wine lovely now with the ability to cellar well for decades.

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Fran