2019 Brandlin Estate Henry's Keep Red Wine

95 Points
“I get the sense that winemaker Steve Rogstad and his team like the edginess that Mount Veeder fruit brings into the winery and that they work hard not to tame it too much. This vintage of Henry’s Keep shows that edge beautifully, with bold Cabernet-driven fruit, easy grip and a long finish that is already integrating the oak spice notes. Drink now or age a while — you win either way.”

94 Points
“This estate grown blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon with some Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cab Franc is suffused with mountain brush, dried violets, blackberry, and cinnamon. Finely grained tannins adorn the palate, unmasking a looming shadow of flavors, from black olive and slate to balsamic and toffee.”

93 Points
“A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2019 Henry's Keep Proprietary Red Wine is built along similar lines as the straight Cabernet but with a touch more complexity. In addition to the sage, bay, black cherries and cassis, there are additional Updated 6/1/2023 2 floral and herbal notes woven throughout. It's medium to full-bodied and framed by dusty tannins, firm yet silky, with a long finish.”

93 Points
“Blackberries, blackcurrants, peppercorns, tobacco leaves, tar, dried violets and mocha on the nose. Sweet spices, too. Full-bodied with firm, plush tannins and a succulent core of spiced dark fruit. Drink after 2023.”

92 Points
“Firmly structured and densely concentrated, this tightly wound winshows deep blueberry and blackberry flavors, generous cedar and clove accents, and good length on the finish. The tannins need time to resolve, so the wine will be best from 2028 through 2040.”