Blackberries and black currants with dark chocolate and aromatic hits of violets follow through to a medium body with ultrafine tannins. A racy wine with a refined, extremely long finish. So beautiful now. Drink or hold.

The 2023 Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is composed of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple colored, it races out with vivacious notes of red currant jelly, black raspberries, and black currants, plus nuances of tapenade, menthol, and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, the palate is wonderfully savory with firm, grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and earthy.

Amici’s 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve consists of some lots from Hudson, young-vine fruit from Morisoli and a few other barrels that didn’t make it into their respective single-vineyard wines. Strongly marked by black cherries on the nose, it’s medium- to full-bodied, with a sexy, suede-like mouthfeel and ample richness, finishing long and softly dusty.

The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is packed with inky dark fruit, chocolate, spice and licorice. Soft, plush contours wrap it all together in style, while chocolatey tannins frame the long finish. Once again, the Reserve delivers the goods.