2015 JCB Cabernet Sauvignon No. 10
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The 2015 No. 10 is one of the more polished wines in the range. The No. 10 isn't quite as flamboyant as some other wines in the range, but it more than makes up for that with its persistence and shapely feel. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate and bright floral notes are some of the signatures.
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Made as a counterpoint the JCB #1, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon JCB #10 shows the more powerful, concentrated, structured side to Cabernet. Blackcurrants, crème de cassis, vanilla bean, scorched earth, and a hint of background oak all emerge from this big, rich, opulent beauty. With fine tannin, full-bodied richness, and a surprisingly elegant, weightless texture, it’s a gorgeous 2015 that will benefit from short-term cellaring and keep for 25+ years.
The very deep purple-black 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon No. 10, made up of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, has an earthy, savory nose with notes of truffles, dried herbs and black fruits. The full-bodied mouth is powerful, firm and chewy with a lively backbone and long earthy finish. 192 cases were made.
The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon JCB No. 10 is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. But there are only 200 cases of this structured, dense, concentrated wine that shows stunning fragrance of blueberries and blackberries and white flowers, followed by a rich, deep, full-bodied and opulent wine. It is a beautiful effort and should drink well for at least another 25-30 years.