94-Point by Wilfred Wong.
Animated and ebullient, the 2017 Salus Cabernet Sauvignon is a joyous wonder of bright red and purple fruits that delight in their freshness and cheery energy. Dancing over savory undertones of Ligurian olives and leafy herbs, the lively cherry and raspberry flavors build to a vermillion velvet mid-palate complexed by fresh sandalwood, resinous cedar and a hint of mint. The finish is balanced and harmonic, if a bit precious at the moment, which bodes well for lengthy enjoyment.
Blend: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot.
 
Founded in 1985 by Shari, Garen, Brandon and Shannon, Staglin Family Vineyard takes pride in the tradition of family ownership and participation. With an uncompromising commitment to quality, their mission is to produce world-class wines that reflect the distinctive character of this historic Rutherford Bench estate. As stewards of this land, they farm the vineyard organically, tap into their solar fields for power and produce the wines in a state-of-the-art underground production facility. The Staglins are passionate about their business, their land, their philanthropy and for the meaningful relationships they develop with each passing day. They hope this passion is evident when you enjoy their wines.
In addition to the flagship Staglin Family Vineyard label, they also produce a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chardonnay under the Salus label. Named after the Roman goddess of health and well-being, they donate 100% of the proceeds from the sales of these wines toward fundraising for mental and brain health research, a cause that is very near and dear to our hearts. Over the last 30 years, they have raised over $513 million dollars for this charity.