2012 Jones Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
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The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is a bit tighter and more mineral-driven than the Sisters. Cloves, rose petals, crushed rocks and leather meld into the super-expressive finish. Tighter spacing is used here to give the fruit more shading and therefore greater protection against excess heat, something that is always a concern in this warm Calistoga site.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a south-facing vineyard in the Northern Napa Valley. It has a dense ruby/purple color, slightly more structure and density than The Sisters, and while it’s better, The Sisters 2012 is so strong an effort that it might be the smarter one in terms of the differences in price. Nevertheless, the Jones Family 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon has plenty of cassis, blueberry, floral notes, full-bodied opulence, excellent purity, texture and length. It should drink well for 10-15 years.
(from the best block on the property, which benefits from late-afternoon shade; these vines were planted by David Abreu): Full ruby-red. Distinctly cooler aromas and flavors than The Sisters, offering elements of blueberry and fresh herbs. Suave and sweet in the mouth, but with good underlying acid/tannin spine and energy. Not at all roasted. The firm finish shows very good grip.