Cabernet Sauvignon, The Setting, Alexander Valley, CA, 2022

The Setting Cabernet Sauvignon — Alexander Valley, CA, 2022

This is a very highly rated 2022, with professional scores ranging from 93–98 points. The standout is Jeb Dunnuck's 98 points.

• Jeb Dunnuck — 98 points
  From one of The Setting's coldest Cabernet sites. Dunnuck finds blue fruit, juniper, pine, violets, forest floor and fresh herbs, with redcurrant, cassis and vanilla. He describes it as long, elegant and focused, with plush tannins. Drink 2025–2050.
• Wine Enthusiast — 97 points, Editors' Choice
  Aromas of crushed raspberry, plum compote, cocoa and herbs lead to a rich, supple palate of cherry gastrique, raspberry liqueur, graphite and herbs. Wine Enthusiast notes juicy acidity and a long finish, recommending additional cellaring.
• Robert Parker Wine Advocate — 95 points
  Aged 22 months in 85% new French oak. The review highlights red and black plum, lilac, garrigue, iodine and iron-like mineral notes. The palate is concentrated but elegant, with very fine tannins, juicy acidity and a long, nuanced finish.
• James Suckling — 93 points
  A rich, supple Cabernet showing blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, cocoa and vanilla bean. Full-bodied with substantial but smooth tannins and a lingering black-fruit finish.

Professional rating summary

98 Jeb Dunnuck | 97 Wine Enthusiast | 95 Robert Parker Wine Advocate | 93 James Suckling

Range: 93–98 points | Average: 95.75 points