Continuum Cabernet Blend 2023

100 Points | RP
“A look at the base blend of Continuum’s 2023 Proprietary Red suggests that great things are to come. Right now, the proportions are 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Cabernet Franc, 6% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot, but that could still change a bit prior to bottling next year. Cherries and berries swirl together easily on the nose, joined by hints of violets and sage, while the medium to full-bodied palate is intensely concentrated yet not heavy, exhibiting fantastic length and richness on the finish.” - Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (Barrel Notes)

100 Points | TWP
“The 2023 Continuum was tasted as a finished barrel sample. The blend is 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, and 6% Merlot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs a lot of coaxing and swirling to bring out notes of crushed black and red currants, fresh raspberries, and Bing cherries, plus nuances of licorice, fragrant lavender, and fertile loam. The full-bodied palate delivers wonderful tension and bright, intense red and black berry layers, supported by a high level of silt-like tannins, finishing long and fragrant.” - Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Palate (Barrel Notes)

99 Points | JS
“Very aromatic, showing red currants, terra-cotta, rose petals and hints of violets. Medium-bodied, offering strawberries, cherries and orange peel alongside medium velvety tannins. Savory and fruity with a pure, primary aftertaste. Like beautifully picked cabernet at just the right time. Near-perfect. This marks owner Tim Mondavi’s 50th vintage. A blend of 46% cabernet sauvignon, 41% cabernet franc, 7% merlot and 6% petit verdot. Drink or hold.” - James Suckling

99 Points | JD
“Looking at the 2023 Proprietary Red Wine, it shows the purity and finesse of the vintage with an almost Lafite-like sense of finesse and elegance. Based on 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot, and 6% Petit Verdot and aged 22 months in 56% new French oak with 43% neutral French oak and 1% concrete amphora, it offers cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, graphite, and savory tobacco and floral nuances. It’s medium to full-bodied on the palate, has a flawlessly balanced mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. It brings just a hint of that classic mountain-like terroir in its concentration, yet the purity, finesse, and sheer class are truly exceptional. Give it 4-6 years, and this will keep for 30 years or more. Drink 2029-2054.” - Jeb Dunnuck