Checkerboard Cabernet Sauvignon Kings Row 2022

99 Points | CWA
“A glorious, tightly wound Cabernet that with layers of structure and depth. Firm, brawny tannins frame a core of cassis and dark red fruits, layered with graphite, cigar box, and baker’s chocolate. There’s a polished richness here with an almost a creamy, cacao-laced mid-palate that balances its formidable grip. Hints of cinnamon and spice emerge on the long, resonant finish, adding nuance to its otherwise serious, classically styled profile. Still very tight and built for the cellar, this is a wine that will reward patience, blossoming beautifully over the next 2–3 years and continuing to evolve well beyond.” - California Wine Advisors