The Farm Cardinal Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Professional Ratings

• 92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  Even more Bordeaux-like and structured, with plenty of cedar, tobacco leaf, spice box, lead pencil shavings and red and black currant aromas and flavors, the 2010 Cardinal is comprised of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Malbec that spent 27 months in new French oak. Rich and full-bodied on the palate, it fills the mouth nicely, yet dries out ever so slightly on the finish. Nevertheless, there’s loads to like here and this concentrated effort should be given another 2-3 years of bottle age, at which point its evolution will be easier to figure out. Even in a worst case scenario, it should have a decade of longevity. Drink now-2020.
  Rating: 92+
• 92 Wine Enthusiast
  Tasted alongside some of Napa Valley’s most famous Cabernets, this wine did very well. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 7% Malbec for color and structure, it’s notable for mouthwatering acidity and a depth of black currants that is rich and delectable. And the alcohol is nice and moderate. It might age, but it’s so delicious, why bother?
• 91 James Suckling

  A mature and well-aged Paso cabernet showing some fresh tomato paste, redcurrants, dry earth, tapenade and dusted nutmeg spices. Juicy and fluid on the medium-bodied palate with a savory, mature finish. 93% cabernet sauvignon and 7% malbec. Drink now.