Rudd Samantha's Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (750ML)

97 Points, Jonathan Cristaldi, Decnater: "A refined and gorgeous wine sporting fragrant blackberry, black plum, currant leaf, and sagebrush, with cigar box and cedarwood spices. It shows natural elegance and restraint in its medium-bodied creamy textures. A plethora of red cherry, red currant, and red plum fruits are laced with exotic spices, calling to mind cardamom, coriander, and clove. Long strands of velvety tannins are balanced by fresh and inviting blood-orange acidity. The wine builds with presence and personality, culminating with a long cast-iron mineral finish. The use of more large format barrels has allowed for better integration of oak and fruit in these stylish Rudd wines. (Drink between 2024-2044)" 12/23

96 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com: "The blackcurrant, iodine and ink aromas are clear and clean. Medium-bodied with very firm and fine tannins and a cooling sense to it. Extremely finely crafted and polished. Very classy and refined. Very pure fruit. Fantastic freshness. Pure cabernet sauvignon. Almost drinkable now. 416 cases made. Better in three or four years." 01/24