A selection of the best lots from the winery's Oakville estate, aged in 100% new oak, Groth's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve looks to be even better than the terrific 2021. Black cherries and loamy earth are cosseted amidst loads of almost buttery new oak, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is plush and expansive without going over the top. Long and velvety on the finish, this is a strong effort that should provide plenty of pleasure over the next couple decades.
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The 2022 ‘Reserve’ is a remarkable new bottling by winemaker Ted Henry. Once on the nose this takes on heady black and blue fruits that combine with loamy soils and caused wet rock notes. The palate is fat, rich and deep with great poise and concentration. A remarkable achievement in this hot vintage, savor this beauty now and over the next ten plus years. Drink 2025-2035-
