Au Paradis Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Peter Michael

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Peter Michael
Vintage	2019
Country	United States
Region	Sonoma
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2023-2040
Stock	26

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (96)

In 2009, Peter Michael purchased the former Showket Vineyard in Oakville, on the hillside below Continuum and above Dalla Valle. That is the source for the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Au Paradis, a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and 8% Merlot. Matured in 60% new French oak, it's a fairly forward, opulent wine, marked by scents of cigar box, tobacco, cassis, cherries and fine leather. Full-bodied, rich and velvety without being chocolaty or overdone, the lingering finish is—texturally—plush winter-weight flannel pajamas interwoven with complex, faintly herbal threads.

James Suckling (99)

Aromas of spice, ink, blackberries and currants. Very aromatic! Full-bodied, yet so tight and fresh with firm, velvety tannins. The beautiful center-palate of fruit is so enticing and the finish goes on for minutes. Coolness at the end with blue fruit. Stunning really. Give it time, if you can keep your hands off it. 76% cabernet sauvignon, 16% cabernet franc, and 8% merlot.

BOW (8.75)

Jancis Robinson (17.50)

76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc, 8% Merlot. Vines were originally planted in 2004 on red, iron-rich clay, silt and sand but this particular vineyard was acquired in 2009. Unfiltered. Sir Peter Michael told us the long story of the estate, which he paid $1million for ‘but that was just the start, and climate change has brought insect and pest challenges’. Total annual production of Peter Michael wines is no more than 22,000 cases.
Deep crimson. Heady nose promises quite a bit of alcohol. Very nicely balanced with a hint of milk chocolate. Quite sweet but well put together. Much sweeter than, for example, Dalla Valle. Not that intense on the end. Just a bit too sweet for me. But it’s certainly impressive. (JR)