2012 Robert Young Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Scion

The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Scion pays respect to Robert Young, who was the first to plant Cabernet Sauvignon in the Alexander Valley in 1963. Toasted oak, a notion of new saddle leather, black currants and plums are present in this deep ruby/purple-colored wine. Still structured, tannic and youthful, this is a Cabernet Sauvignon clearly built to age. It has that distinct earthiness that is often part of an Alexander Valley personality. This medium to full-bodied, moderately tannic wine needs another 3-4 years of cellaring and should keep for at least two decades.