2011 Philip Togni, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 1x750ml

Vinous 92

Togni’s 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold, pungent wine, with the savory side of the year very much on display. Medium in body and translucent, the 2011 shows good energy throughout. Even so, I would prefer to drink it on the earlier side, as the savory quality is starting to lean more into the realm of the vegetal. Bright red-fleshed fruit, sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and mint linger nicely. Harvest did not take place until October 30, very late for Togni. The crop required significant thinning to ripen, which is rarely done here. [Antonio Galloni, 17/05/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2029

Robert Parker 87

The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Philip Togni Vineyards exhibits a dark ruby color with less saturation than one normally expects from a Togni Cabernet. There is no herbaceousness or greenness, but a slightly compact character is present (a characteristic that in many ways defines this challenging vintage in Napa Valley). The wine possesses attractive red and blackcurrants, a spicy earthiness and is somewhat monolithic. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 30/10/2014]

Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022