The 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (100% Cabernet Sauvignon) reveals an inkier purple color along with a classic nose of graphite, creme de cassis, smoke, crushed rocks, and barrique. Surprisingly approachable, long, concentrated, and impressive with flawless integration of wood, tannin, and acidity, it can be enjoyed over the next 15+ years.

(a selected vineyard block consisting mostly of 30 year old vines): Good red-ruby. Roasted red currant, mocha, licorice, dark chocolate and menthol on the nose; clearly riper than the regular cabernet. Then big, chewy, broad and deep, with powerful flavors of currant, chocolate, mocha and tobacco, sweetened by oak. Finishes impressively long, with big, broad, horizontal tannins.

The 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve has aged well, although it is now fully mature. Dark fruit, worn-in leather, espresso, tobacco and incense are signs of a wine that has arrived at its peak. The style is classic Bob Foley, with plenty of ripe fruit and new oak inflections. Sweet floral and spice notes lift the finish nicely. Proprietor Steve Pride adds that these were the highest yields ever for the estate at the time. There is certainly plenty to admire here. 

- By Antonio Galloni on May 2024

Spice, red currant and blackberry aromas, turning taut and firm on the palate with with mouthcoating tannins. Hints of mocha and vanilla bean add a nice flavor dimemsion and on the finish the fruit and tannins shine through. Best from 2009 through 2014.