2023 Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Crossbarn

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Score 91/100 · Drink 2025-2035, Jeb Dunnuck, Dec 2025

Based on 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon sports a deep purple hue and offers juicy, lively aromatics of blackcurrants, roasted herbs, graphite, and cedarwood with a kiss of chocolaty oak. It's medium-bodied, ripe, and round on the palate, with plenty of accessibility and charm. Made by the team of Paul Hobbs, this value-driven, impeccably made effort is ready to go now and should drink well over the coming 8-10 years. Drink 2025-2035.

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92
92/100

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91
91/100

Jeb Dunnuck

92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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92 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Drink 2025-2035, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Nov 2025

The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) is heady and boisterous right out of the gate. Succulent red cherry, cedar, spice and tobacco are amplified in the glass. Expressive earthy undertones lend character. New leather, spice and dried herbs add nuance to the exuberant finish. Best of all, this is a stellar value.

About the producer

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Paul Hobbs

Paul Hobbs is one of California wine’s biggest names. Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, he joined Robert Mondavi in 1977, worked at Opus One and Simi before setting up his eponymous winery in 1991. 

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Red

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Dry

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