Christophe Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Explorer's Series Coombsville

This opaque crimson Cabernet delivers a payload of black fruit that is accented with baking spices, savory herbs and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, fresh and with a generous aliquot of toasted oak, it stays solid in the middle and moves on to a medium-length finish that is laced with grippy tannins. Despite being listed as 15.0%, the alcohol is tame when served at 60-65°F. This will likely merit a higher score if it fleshes out as anticipated. If uncorked now, give …