2013 Hoopes Dantes Block Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville, which spent more time in French oak, and is more expensive, has an inkier ruby/purple color, slightly more fruitcake, spice box, juicy blackcurrant fruit, a medium to full body, excellent purity, subtle new oak and an attractive lushness and velvety character. It should drink well for at least 10 to 15 years.