Aromatically dominated by black fruits (plum and brambly blackberry), bay leaf, sage, purple iris, wet soil, and pencil lead. On entry, this wine explodes with fresh mixed fruits and is supported with significant tannin and acid structure. The Steven Kent style is very evident in the mid-palate of this wine: though tight and big and tannic, it still shows a lovely pace — an acid driven characteristic that embodies freshness, balance, and length. While the 2017 Premier Cabernet Sauvignon was a wine of power and structure, 2018 is a wine which showcases elegance, finesse, and sophistication. This wine will age beautifully and gain even more complexity with time. Like all other vintages of the Premier, this wine was made with a deftness and structure that will reward medium to long-term aging.
