2023 Au Paradis Cabernet Sauvignon

Grapes for the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Au Paradis were harvested from October 11 to November 4—the first time Peter Michael’s Oakville property has ever been picked in November, which is more than a full month later than the harvest in 2022. Blended with 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Merlot, it has arresting aromas of cassis, blackcurrant bud, tobacco, star anise, dark chocolate, cast iron and violet, and it continues to reveal additional nuances as it spends time in the glass. Although the full-bodied palate is coiled at this stage, it has a highly refined structure with luxurious, powdery tannins and bright, focused acidity that corsets its dark, mineral-laced flavors. Its alcohol and oak are seamlessly integrated, and it has a very long, alluringly ferrous finish. It will be long lived in the cellar. 1,974 cases were made and will be released in September 2026.