Classic estates seem to create classic wines reliably, but in exceptional vintages the wine quality elevates just that much more, to the realm of the ethereal.  The 2016 Keever Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon shows its signature aromas of bright cherry and raspberry mixed with dark chocolate and sweet earthy tones, but this vintage shows, additionally, a lovely dark note of huckleberry pie and just a hint of sassafras.

Classic estates seem to create classic wines reliably, but in exceptional vintages the wine quality elevates just that much more, to the realm of the ethereal.  The 2016 Keever Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon shows its signature aromas of bright cherry and raspberry mixed with dark chocolate and sweet earthy tones, but this vintage shows, additionally, a lovely dark note of huckleberry pie and just a hint of sassafras.

Once in a handful of years, Mother Nature serves up a growing season in which every detail is just exactly right.  The 2016 Inspirado captures this season beautifully, showing warm blueberry, spiced plum, and dark cherry notes, all floating atop more subtle base notes of vanilla and toasty oak.

Once in a handful of years, Mother Nature serves up a growing season in which every detail is just exactly right.  The 2016 Inspirado captures this season beautifully, showing warm blueberry, spiced plum, and dark cherry notes, all floating atop more subtle base notes of vanilla and toasty oak.

Merlot at its best shows a tremendous range of aromas, from bright, gregarious cherries and raspberries to smoky, sultry cigar-in-a-jazz-club tones.  This newest Merlot release shows that full range of aromas.  While the tannins are without question completely soft and ready to enjoy, the flavors in the mid palate offer every reason to slow down and savor the moment.