Cathiard Vineyard Founding Brothers Napa Valley Red 2021 (750ML)

96 Points, James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com: "This is a very transparent and aromatic wine with flowers, currants and citrus character. Some pine needles. Medium-bodied with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine and caresses your palate. Very fine and beautiful. A blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 10% cabernet franc. Better in two or three years but gorgeous now. Drink or hold." 03/24

95 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent: "The 2021 Founding Brothers, 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc, is deep garnet-purple in color. It prances out with showy notes of blackcurrant jelly, plum preserves, and wild blueberries plus hints of cardamom, iron ore, star anise, and dusty soil. The full-bodied palate delivers a firm, grainy texture and beautifully knit freshness to support the bright black and blue fruit layers, finishing long and mineral-laced." 05/24

92-95 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "The 2021 Founding Brothers is seriously impressive. Dark, pliant and explosive, with real depth, the 2021 is hugely promising. The intensity, substance and resonance here all suggest a superb wine in the making." 12/23