Harbison 'The Trail' Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Oakville

 I’ve enjoyed spending time with the Harbisons through the years as their winery has developed into one of the most sought-after brands. Made by Russell Bevan, they specialize in Cabernet Sauvignon from their Oakville vineyard along Silverado Trail. Their vineyard rests next to Screaming Eagle, Tench Vineyard and Rudd. They are in that special nook that has become known as Eastern Oakville. Thanks to the iron-rich, red volcanic soil that was once part of the peaks of the Vaca Mountains, the mineral notes preserve the freshness and character of the fruit. And while Harbison is most known for their Cabernet Sauvignon, they also produce a full-bodied, focused Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.“As for the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Pony Express, this wine is showing better than it did last year as well (when I rated it 92-95), with notes of Christmas fruitcake, licorice, forest floor, white flowers, and oodles of crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry fruit. It is a stunner, with an opulent, voluptuous texture, sweet tannins and low acidity. It should drink beautifully for another 20+ years.” – Wine Advocate.