2017 Stonestreet Cabernet Sauvignon Christopher's Vineyard
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A big beast of a Cabernet, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Christopher's Vineyard comes from the estate in Alexander Valley (vines planted in 1991) and was brought up in a mix of new and once-used barrels. Blackcurrants, tobacco, candied violets, graphite, and plenty of sappy herb notes emerge on the nose, and it's full-bodied, with classic Sonoma minerality, a big, rich, opulent personality, and outstanding length. The tannins are substantial yet polished and ripe, and it has ample mid-palate depth. It will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and keep for at least two decades.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Christopher's Vineyard is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged for 20 months in French oak, 73% new. Deep garnet-purple colored, it delivers a gorgeous nose of red currant jelly, Morello cherries and black currant cordial with hints of chocolate mint, tree bark and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is built like a brick house, featuring crunchy, densely laden fruit flavors and a firm, grainy texture, finishing with great length, freshness and a touch of minerality. 250 cases were made.
The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Christopher's Vineyard is a rich, heady wine. Black cherry, blackberry, espresso, menthol, licorice, spice and mocha all flesh out in the glass. I would give the 2017 at least a few years to settle down, as the tannins are quite potent at this stage.