2009 Hall "Kathryn Hall" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Kathryn Hall is one of the more subdued wines in this lineup. The blend includes 14% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec, which probably accounts for much of the wine‰۪s personality. Sweet red cherries, flowers and spices are some of the nuances that emerge from this silky, polished Cabernet Sauvignon. As outstanding as this is, I don‰۪t get the visceral thrill of the best wines here. (AG)