This Hess Collection Mount Veeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon offers an intriguing nose of dark cherry, cassis, and cocoa powder.On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with notes of blackberry, ripe, wild, mountain raspberry, and a hint of sweet spice. The tannins are well-integrated, leading to a long and lingering finish. An excellent expression of the variety, this is a classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that will continue to develop and improve with proper cellaring.