Heitz 2017 Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 13 this tiny winery in Saratoga

this tiny winery in Saratoga is one of California’s underappreciated treasures

Readers should take that to heart

is that it needs extra time to open (and a double decanting would also help)

The line-up card includes cascading black fruit

Ripe center palate

Heitz 2017 Lot C-91 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 13 this tiny winery in SaratogaThe second release of the new Lot C 91 from Heitz Cellars. This is an homage to Joe Heitz as the first release of this bottling since the 1969 vintage. 93 Points Wine Spectator: "Shows a perfumed note, with red tea and sandalwood hints throughout. Supple red currant, fresh Damson and cherry preserve flavors do the heavy lifting. Fine grained and very focused on the finish, with some sneaky length to boot. Drink now through 2034." Lot C 91 is a new