2013 Cardinale

97 POINTS

Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous

The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon is simply stunning. A real head-turner, the 2013 possesses superb density and tons of pure power. The flavors are deep, powerful and explosive... This is a real stand out.

96 POINTS

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

A brilliant wine from winemaker Chris Carpenter and the Kendall-Jackson family, this blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot, mostly coming from mountain vineyards owned by the Jackson family, is fabulous. The 2013 Cardinale Proprietary Red Wine is dense purple-colored, a big, sweet kiss of crème de cassis as well as licorice, blackberry and espresso are all present in this full-bodied, rather sublime and intense Cabernet Sauvignon that should drink well for 25 or more years. This was aged in about 91% new French oak for 18-20 months prior to bottling. It is certainly one of the finest Cardinales I have tasted in my experience.

James Laube - Wine Spectator

Aims for complexity but stumbles, as herb and savory underbrush flavors dominate the taut core of dusty, loamy earth and berry notes. Best from 2019 through 2029. 4,250 cases made.