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{ SOMMjournal.com } 87 of the chute—well, you've got something special." The older sibling, Silverado Vineyards 2012 SOLO, a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Stags Leap that was first released in 2002, is a much darker and intense Cabernet and, just like broth- ers, can be quite different. This flagship Cabernet sports tobacco, firm tannins and rich structure and again tons of natural acidity. If you want a bigger Cab, this is it. Clint Wilsey proclaims "SOLO is everything Silverado stands for, as striking, unique and powerful as a bolt of light- ning." Brandied plum, orange zest, big raspberry, rhubarb and an exotic touch of sandalwood rounds it out. Most of the sommeliers had not been to Silverado Vineyards before and were delighted by the great people, breathtaking property and the equally beautiful wines. I can't wait to go back and taste the next vintage of GEO! Kim Beto is Vice President of Key Accounts for Southern Wine & Spirits of Northern California. Tasting at Silverado Vineyards. Jordan Nova of 1313 Main in Napa. Vincent Morrow of Restaurant Gary Danko, San Francisco.