Decoy by Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon (75cl, 13.9%)

A California Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma County, bottled at 13.9% ABV in a 750ml bottle and aged 18 months in French oak. The blend draws fruit from Sonoma County, Mendocino, Central Coast and smaller sets from several other California counties, and is typically 78% Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Petit Verdot. Duckhorn Wine Company was founded in 1976 in St. Helena, Napa Valley. The nose leads with black cherry and boysenberry, followed by mocha, star anise and sweet baking spices, with a subtle spearmint note. The palate is plush and fruit-forward, with ripe plum, blackberry and blueberry, silky tannins, dark chocolate and barrel spice. The finish is long and lush, with lingering dark berry fruit and nuanced oak spice.