2004 Anderson's Conn Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve

One of the more underrated Cabernet Sauvignons in Napa (and it’s not surprising that I feel the same way about their nearby neighbor, Seavey) is Anderson’s Estate Cabernet Sauvignon from no other place than ... the Conn Valley. The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve has a beautiful deep ruby/purple color and a sweet nose of licorice, roasted meats, new saddle leather, plums, figs, blackberries, and currants. The wine spends 22-26 months in oak and every year is virtually 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is opulent, fleshy, and very sexy, but in spite of its accessibility, it should age brilliantly for 15-20 years. Previously recommended: 2003 Right Bank (93), 2003 Eloge (96), 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (94). Tel. (707) 963-8600; Fax (707) 963-7818