Surdyk's Price

They say there is a first time for everything. In my fourteen years of writing staff selections, I have never repeated the same wine, that is, until now. The Felino Cabernet Sauvignon caught my attention years back when I learned the estate is owned and operated by Napa Valley legend Paul Hobbs. I am a huge fan of Hobbs’s domestic wines, but they command a price that puts them firmly into the ‘special occasions only’ category. When I discovered this iconic winemaker made a line of quality, affordable wines, choosing it was a no-brainer for that initial staff pick. But why would I select it again? First, enough time has passed, and a new audience of wine drinkers deserves an introduction. Second, the holidays are upon us, and this can wear several hats: delicious with meals, easy to enjoy by itself, and complex enough to be the perfect gift for any red wine lover. Third, the value found here is hard to come by these days when everyone is watching their spending a little more closely. I honestly couldn’t think of a reason not to. So, stock up and enjoy this pedigreed Cabernet all holiday season long knowing I loved it so much, I selected it twice! 107599