The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard is a blend of two Cabernet Sauvignon parcels, both planted to Clone 191. Marked by classic scents of pencil shavings, cassis, cherries and gentle herbal nuances, it's full-bodied, rich and velvety on the palate, with a long, dusty, firm finish. Given the superb showing of the 2018 (made from higher yields), I suspect my rating may be conservative.

Deep purple-black, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Vin State Lane Vineyard rockets out of the glass with intense notes of blackcurrant cordial, plum preserves and blueberry pie, plus hints of Chinese five spice, dusty soil, menthol, tar and black truffles, with a waft of roses. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is an exercise in poise, delivering layer upon layer of vibrant black and blue fruits with a rock-solid backbone of super ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and just plain delicious. Pure, seemingly effortless, seamless perfection. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 80% new French oak, the alcohol is a relatively modest 14.3%. 300 cases were made.