Accendo Laurea Napa Valley Red 2019

95 points Decanter: "Winemaker Françoise Pechon has produced the wines here from the first vintage in 2013. A mix of Darnajou, Taransaud and Sylvain coopers provide a tapestry of beautiful cedar spice and cigar box notes. Full-bodied, creamy and dark, leading with crème de cassis and layered with chocolate and mint. Long beams of sappy tannins glide to an earthy finish. Drinking Window: 2022-2040. (Jun 2022)"

93 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Wine Advocate): "The 2019 Laurea is a blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc. The nose is wonderfully perfumed, offering scents of red roses, Ceylon tea and licorice over a core of warm cassis, blueberry compote and kirsch with a touch of tilled soil. Full-bodied, ripe and juicy in the mouth, it has a velvety texture and a spicy kick to the finish. 795 cases were made. Drink: 2023-2040. (Nov 2021)"

91-93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Laurea is bright and effusive, with striking aromatic lift and tons of sheer allure. This mid-weight, classy Cabernet Sauvignon will drink well pretty much upon release. Even today it is an absolute charmer. Vibrant floral and spice notes perk up the finish. Drink: 2023-2034. (Jan 2022)"