Lexington Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz Mtns Gist Ranch 2022 750 ML

94 pts Wine Advocate The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Gist Ranch introduces itself with an herbal, lifted yet deep bouquet of turned earth, black fruit and pipe tobacco aromas, followed by an immensely rich, enveloping palate that remains impressively nimble. It culminates in an expansive, searingly intense finish propelled by ample tannins and focused acidity. As with the entire Lexington Wine Co. range, this should benefit substantially from further integration and congealing in the cellar. 93 pts James Suckling Aromas of cassis, brandied cherries, raspberry coulis and chocolate torte are immediately attractive. That ripe, powerful fruit is joined on the palate by candied blood oranges, cigar tobacco, graphite and spices. Detailed tannins and acidity are threaded throughout, promising a long life ahead. Drink or hold.