The 2017 Onda Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of black cherries and plums, interlaced with notes of wet stone, molasses, vanilla and baking spices. The palate has a silky entry, vibrant acidity reminiscent of Montmorency cherries and black plums that evolves to chocolate, kola nut, and hints of caramel on the finish. The predominantly hillside sources of the grapes lend a precise fine-grained tannin backbone. Small amounts of Merlot and Petit Verdot bring depth and nuances of black tea and blueberries. While inviting now, this wine will grow in complexity as it continues to age.