Leonetti Reserve 2022

Broad-shouldered and taut, showing tension, but retains a sense of style and polish, with blackberry highlighted by licorice, black olive and clove tones as this moves toward full-bodied tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027 through 2035.—T.F.

Made from a barrel selection of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Malbec, and 6% Petit Verdot, the 2022 Reserve is the producer’s best expression from the appellation every year. Age-worthy, smooth, and seductive, with velvety tannins, it offers nuanced baking spice and earthy, wooden notes amidst a rich, full-bodied core of blackberry coffee cake and distinguished oak. It should have no problem aging another 20-30 years.