95+ points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "[$50 list] The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Star Lane Vineyard is bold, pungent and bursting with fruit. Deep and unctuous in texture, but with considerable aromatic lift, the 2014 offers a terrific expression of Happy Canyon. Black cherry, blackberry, grilled herbs, menthol, sage and licorice infuse the rich, inviting finish. Drink: 2019-2034. (Sep 2017)"
94 points and 'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "[$50 list] This vintage is the first that was under complete control of winemaker Tyler Thomas, and his studious touch shows magically. There's a powerful density of ripe but not sweet black fruit on the nose of this bottling, along with hints of violets, turned earth and leather. The structure is firm, dense and chalky but with a vivid acidity, offering ethereal, supple flavors of black currant and cocoa on the finish. Drink 2018-2034. Alcohol 14.4%. (12/31/17)"
Producer notes: "The ripening period in 2014 afforded us consistent, moderate weather. This seems to have promoted wines highlighting purity of dark fruit, freshness in both herb flavor and tense texture, and length. With slightly lower potential alcohols, we extended time on skins to build a bit more structure on the finish. A more elegant version of Star Lane Cabernet Sauvignon, we believe the way this wine has been built should allow it to last for a very long time."
94 points and 'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "[$50 list] This vintage is the first that was under complete control of winemaker Tyler Thomas, and his studious touch shows magically. There's a powerful density of ripe but not sweet black fruit on the nose of this bottling, along with hints of violets, turned earth and leather. The structure is firm, dense and chalky but with a vivid acidity, offering ethereal, supple flavors of black currant and cocoa on the finish. Drink 2018-2034. Alcohol 14.4%. (12/31/17)"
Producer notes: "The ripening period in 2014 afforded us consistent, moderate weather. This seems to have promoted wines highlighting purity of dark fruit, freshness in both herb flavor and tense texture, and length. With slightly lower potential alcohols, we extended time on skins to build a bit more structure on the finish. A more elegant version of Star Lane Cabernet Sauvignon, we believe the way this wine has been built should allow it to last for a very long time."
| Product SKU | 332468 |
| Producer | Star Lane |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Central Coast |
| Appellation | Happy Canyon |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec |
| ABV | 14.4% |
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