Solidly built for the vintage, with a core of blackberry and black currant preserves that flex brambly energy and grip, along with licorice root, chaparral and apple wood notes filling in on the finish. Drink now through 2030.

The 2020 Cabernet sauvignon Lyndenhurst offers only modest depth and concentration, but its balance is commendable, given the challenges of the year. Ripe dark fruit, chocolate and spice make a good first impression, but there's not much of a mid-palate or finish to speak of. The blend is 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 9% Merlot and 5% Malbec.