2021 5500 Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

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Score 98/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2023

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 5500 is a silky, polished wine. Dark-toned fruit, mocha, spice, new leather and tobacco build nicely in the glass. Medium in body and refined to the core, the 2021 is seriously impressive. It’s a young, young wine, so readers will have to be patient. The blend is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, the highest percentage of Merlot ever here. Espresso, lavender and clove linger on the persistent, sepia-toned finish. (AG)

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98
98/100

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98
98/100

James Suckling

97
96-98/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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98 points
James Suckling
Score 98/100 · James Suckling, Nov 2023

Aromas of blackberry, light coffee, red ink, pine needle, tile, and rose stem follow through to a medium to full body. Tight and silky tannins which expand and open across the palate. Flavorful and gorgeous. A blend of 85% cabernet sauvignon and 15% merlot.

96 - 98 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 96-98/100 · Drink 2029-2043, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2023

Futo's 2021 5500 is a total knock-out. Rich, ample and explosive, the 2021 is a magical wine. Vibrant dark red/purplish plum fruit, graphite, menthol and lavender all take shape as the 2021 gradually opens in the glass. Sweet, pliant with beautifully integrated tannins for a young wine, the 2021 is just magical.

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Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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