93Wine Enthusiast The cassis, fruitcake and menthol nose and sweet blackberry and chocolate palate aim to please… this pleasure package is young, and the long, dark finish shows even, well-dispersed tannins. PRODUCER Kenwood Kenwood Vineyards is a 263-acre winery in Sonoma Valley. It was founded in 1970 and in 1999 it was acquired by Gary Heck, who also owns Korbel Champagne Cellars and other California wineries. The estate makes numerous wines including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Syrah and dessert wines. It is also known for its 30 years of producing an artist series of Cabernet Sauvignon, in which artworks by living and deceased artists are used on the labels. REGION United States, California, Sonoma TYPE Red Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon One of the most widely grown grape varieties, it can be found in nearly every wine growing region. A cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc. It’s a hardy vine that produces a full-bodied wine with high tannins and great aging potential. VINTAGE 1997 Kenwood Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon