Acumen Wines

100 Points, Rich Cook, Wine Review Online

After tasting blind and arriving at a big score, I remember that I have given this particular bottling the big score in two previous vintages — 2015 and 2016 — and right out of the gate, this vintage appears to be in the same rarified air as those two wines. There is so much going on here, and it’s all just starting to show itself through the structured backbone. The Cabernet hallmarks are here, with lively blackberry and cassis, rich oak spice, crushed rock and earthy mineral notes that are an Atlas Peak signature, all fine-tuned and beautiful. Dare I say this is a bargain when it comes to high end Napa Valley Cabernet? I do so dare — without reservation. Transcendent wine!

97 points, Lisa Perotti-Brown, The Wine Independent

Combining the power of Edcora Vineyard with the grace of Attelas, this alluring wine offers sweet and spicy aromas of cassis, black currant, flashy oak spice, cedar, roasted coffee and anise. On the rich, mouth-coating palate, fine-grained tannins frame the lush dark berry flavors, with hints of clove, cinnamon and vanilla bean emerging on the long, complex finish.

95 points, Owen Bargreen, OwenBargreen.com

The 2022 ‘PEAK’ Cabernet Franc is a gorgeous edition of this wine by winemaker Phillip Titus that has small portions Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blended in. This is plump and round on the mouth with red bell pepper and creosote tones that mingle well with garrigue, dark currants and good underlying verve considering the heat of the vintage. Full-bodied and already nicely evolved, enjoy now and over the next fifteen years.

94 points - The Tasting Panel

“This Sauvignon Blanc is elegance incarnate, teeming with aristocratic charm. Hints of marmalade, thyme, and lime blend seamlessly. Evocative of chalky stone, with tart citrus and a tangy finish, the palate presents a rhythm of flavors that peak and cascade with a musical grace.”

A delicious accompaniment for warmer weather, our Acumen Sparkling Rosé is beautifully expressive. On the nose, delicate rose petals are interwoven with fresh summer berries. The palate is lively with vibrant acidity, lending definition to layers of wild berries, citrus zest, and mineral undertones.