Frey Biodynamic Cab '19

From Frey’s historic organic vines (planted 1968), this Cabernet redefines expectations for Mendocino. Opaque purple with violet edges, the nose erupts with crème de cassis, pencil shavings, and a distinctive dried porcini note from biodynamic farming. The palate is full-bodied yet nimble—flavors of blackberry preserves, dark chocolate, and Rutherford-like dust are framed by polished tannins. Jeb Dunnuck (93 pts) notes its "Bordeaux structure with California sunshine," crediting 20 months in 30% new French oak. Peak drinking 2025–2035; decant for grass-fed ribeye.