1999 Axios Cabernet Sauvignon

An opaque purple color is followed by aromas and flavors of blackberry liqueur, spice box, licorice, and judicious wood. This dense, rich, and unevolved wine is a beautifully balanced, strikingly pure, layered effort that requires several more years to reveal additional nuances. Certainly, the quality of the fruit, depth, and texture are all there. Constantine Wines, a Maryland wholesaler, is the force behind this limited production, super-expensive Cabernet Sauvignon made by David Arthur's winemaker Anticipated maturity: 2007-2017. Phone 410-992-1400