BV’s top-end wine is still in its 2010 release, a key indicator of the amount of care that goes into the production of one of Napa’s most classic bottlings.

The 2010 BV Georges de Latour cuts an opulent and austere profile, in keeping with the general approach of this series. Strong cassis on the nose plus plum and raspberry give this wine an immediately engaging profile. On the palate, milky chocolate notes emerge, but they’re held in check by ample fruit and a well-balanced tannin structure. The finish is lengthy and sustained, offering a lightly bittersweet character that eventually showcases emerging vanilla and baking spice notes.

Most important in all of this is how well-integrated all of the various components are, making this a phenomenally easy-drinking wine that works as well on its own as it does with food. It’s not terribly complicated — which can often be a challenge with Napa Cabernet — but I’m happy to let this wine find its own footing.

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2010 Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Cabernet Sauvignon

$90

9.5

Rating

9.5/10

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