($40):  Kendall-Jackson’s Jackson Estate bottling is a giant step up from their other Cabernet Sauvignon offerings, presumably because it comes from a more rigorous selection of their grapes.  With more character and complexity, it mingles olive-tinged and herbal savory elements with a dark plum or cassis-like fruitiness.  Kendall-Jackson’s hallmark suave tannins are present and add welcome balancing firmness.  Finishing slightly bitter, there’s excitement with each new sip.  
93 Michael ApsteinJan 15, 2019