Cabernet Sauvignon Rhadamanthus Napa Valley

Shae and Nigel have a bit of a thing with mythology, but this time it's Greek: Rhadamanthus, the ancient king whose name is derived from "adamas" invincible or untamed, is the inspiration here. The two chose this name because here on Diamond Mountain, a place of extremes where homes and vineyards are closely intertwined and the hills are steep, grapes grow in the former Reverie estate from which wild wines with an untamable character can emerge, if only they are allowed their personality. That's right, like here at Kinsman-Eades.

The bouquet of the Rhadamanthus is archaic and earthy, with a generous dose of spice working its way through the dark fruit and combining with it to create a mouth-watering licorice aroma. The way the wine wraps up the structure is hellishly good, flowing like silk and finishing on point. Magical!