2009 Rudius Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa reveals sweet aromas of black currants, tobacco leaf and underbrush along with soft tannins, a round mid-palate, and a quickly dissolving finish. The aromatics are top notch and the attack is impressive, but then the wine seems to narrow out slightly. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Many readers may know of Jeff Ames, the impressively talented winemaker for Tor Kenward at his project called Tor. He also produces his own wines under the Rudius as well as Anthem labels (the latter is reviewed elsewhere in this report). Tel. (707) 287-2986