Black Stallion Transcendent Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

A striking, inky-purple hue opens the door to a graceful, creamy palate of jellied plum with dusty undertones. This is a concentrated teeth-grabber that reaches a higher gear through notes of cumin, black pepper, slate, licorice, and tobacco. Wide shoulders, muscular structure, and a silky mouthfeel reveal its pedigree. Score – 97. (Meridith May, tastingpanelmag.com, Nov./Dec. 2022)