Mount Eden Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 (750ML)

91 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, the 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is deeper, richer and more structured than the Domaine bottling. Its inky purple color is followed by a Pauillac-like nose of lead pencil shavings, blackcurrants, singed cedar and tobacco leaf. This gives way to a medium to full-bodied, nicely concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon that has nicely integrated acidity, solid mid-palate depth and firm tannin, all of which should allow it to age gracefully for 15 years or more." 10/15

95 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "Mount Eden's 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon offers a striking interplay of ripe, flamboyant fruit and supporting mountain structure. Fresh, vibrant and energetic to the core, this stunning, beautifully delineated Cabernet Sauvignon might need another decade to show the full breadth of its pedigree, but it's all there. Pinot Noir at Chardonnay get most of the attention and Mount Eden, yet the Cabernet can be every bit as intriguing, just as it is here. The blend includes 5% Merlot, 1% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot." 06/15

94 Points, Matthew Luczy, Decanter: "Poised aromas of spearmint, bay leaf, fig and nutmeg. Assertive, focused and bright on the palate, with flavours of black cherry, clay dust and old leather. Finishes with powdery tannins that display great length and clarity. There is energy here for further evolution, but it's in a wonderful place to enjoy now. 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot." 02/21