Taste: The entry is soft lemon with a smooth

The two-day cold soak and individual lot fermentation preserve site-specific nuance before French oak aging knits everything together

The 15-month French oak aging program adds polish without overwhelming the varietal character

essentially the building blocks of Châteauneuf-du-Pape assembled from California fruit

Dark spice and a thread of black tea add savory depth toward the peak

Spottswoode Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 kosher-wines Taste: The entry is softSpottswoode Lyndenhurst Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 is a premium Napa Valley Cabernet blend in a 750ml bottle from one of the region's longest certified organic estates. Awarded 95 points by Antonio Galloni of Vinous, this 2012 release blends 96% Cabernet Sauvignon with 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc, sourced predominantly from Spottswoode's St. Helena estate vineyard. Quick Facts: Origin: St. Helena, Napa Valley, California Vintage: 2012 Blend: 96%