2020, Napanook, Jean-Pierre Moueix, NAPA VALLEYA blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, the fruit for the 2020 Napanook (like the 2020 Dominus) was picked prior to the start of the Glass Fire on September 27. Scents of redcurrants and cherries lead the way, bolstered by notes of dark chocolate and mocha. It's medium to full bodied and silky in feel, despite a touch of warmth on the palate, while the long finish picks up a hint of red capsicum and a touch of

peach and white blossom

A wine of mineral persistence – great persistence

There is less density than the past three vintages of Pichon Baron

truffle tinged red berry fruit laced with mocha and leather

with juice running right through the palate

98-100 Neal Martin

a juicy grip through the palate and noble bitterness bringing things to a close

slate and liquorice

and the chalky tannins provide the support which will soften over time

Everything in its place

white pepper and damp earth

Increased selective harvesting meant going through vineyard plots six times to bring in the grapes as they ripened