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92

"An array of rich dark-plum, blueberry and chocolate aromas leading to a palate that has very supple, even and smoothly rendered textural quality. Long, ripe, and plush finish. Excellent!"

90

"Thick in oak and tannin, this wine has grip and tension that underlie a foundation of savory cedar, currant, clove and tobacco. This will do well over time; enjoy 2022–2026."

90

"Blended with 13% Merlot, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place opens with florals over cassis, black cherries and earth plus a tobacco hint. Medium to full-bodied and chewy, the palate has a good core of youthful fruit and an earthy finish."

90

"A focused, tight and slightly reticent style, with the core of red and black currant flavors having a steeped edge but showing only hints of the additional singed cedar, dried anise and tobacco notes. Light tugs of earth and juniper show through the finish. Will cellar well; for fans of the less showy style. Best from 2020 through 2026."

Five

92

"The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place is the most expressive of these four wines from Textbook. Silky, open-knit and sensual, the 2015 shows off striking balance and nuance in a medium-bodied style that captures all of the sensuality of Oakville. Drink this forward, voluptuous Cabernet Sauvignon over the next handful of years."

90

"The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Mise en Place is deep garnet-purple in color with red and black currants, black cherries and herbs aromas with touches of forest floor and lavender. Medium-bodied, taut and purely fruited, with firm, fine-grained tannins and great freshness, it offers compelling red and black fruit layers."