Over the years Reif has excelled at hot vintage wines that have over-delivered (and we expect a lot in hot vintages). This Cabernet is one such wine. Nose follows taste and vice versa: rich plum, cherry and chocolate accost both senses with no letup in sight … the mouthfeel is almost thick and with sweet richness that makes me think appasimento style – but it’s also smooth and silky with a wonderful tannin backbone that does not get in the way of that rich, succulent, sexy (and just the right side of jammy) fruit. Price: $29.95 - Rating: **** ½