CONTINUUM

Robert Parker

99

The patented red 2016 comprises 46% of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc 31%, 18% Petit Verdot and 5% Merlot. Intense garnet color, emits an incredible variety of floral notes seductive: violet, lavender and tea rosehip, with a core of warm blackcurrant, red currant jelly, black chocolate, cigar box, tapenade and crushed rocks, plus touches bay leaves, drops meat and yeast extract. Half a body, palate explodes with vivid black fruit caused by red fruits, herbal and mineral accents. It is framed with a solid line as a rock firm tannins, granular, super mature and ends with a fantastic fragrance and freshness.

James Suckling

100

Super aromas of blackberries, blackcurrants and blueberries. Hints of fresh herbs and tobacco. Iron and ink. Full-bodied, very tight and powerful, yet not too heavy. Lightly chewy and polished. So much nerve and intensity. Super length and depth. Drink after 2025, but a joy to taste now.

Antonio Galloni

100

The patented vineyard Sage Mountain Vineyard 2016 may well be the biggest harvest made here so far. It's just an impressive wine and a great achievement of the Mondavi family. Powerful, comprehensive and of great stature, the 2016 has an impressive intensity in all its dimensions. I see pure and vibrant fruit 2013, but with fine tannins that add to the feeling of true sensuality of wine. Bright, precise and finely sculpted with remarkable persistence and perfectly integrated tannins, 2016 is positively stellar, not to mention one of the vintage wines.