Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
Ratings
Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2023
93 points, Gold Medal
"Exceptional. Ruby color. Aromas and flavors of black currant, eucalyptus, and black tea with a soft, dry medium-to-full body and an interesting, medium-length finish with touches of chocolate, blueberry, vanilla, and baking spices. Classic Napa Valley Cabernet with notes of cocoa, blueberry, currant and tea."
- Beverage Testing Institute, April 2026 - 2023 vintage
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Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2021
94 points
"A vintage that winemakers refer to as a "just don't mess it up" year is worth seeking out while there's still some around. This leans toward old school Napa in style, with a nice herb character celebrated rather than shied away from. This will continue to improve as the oak folds in. Tasty!"
- Rich Cook, Wine Review Online, September 2024
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Cabernet Sauvignon
2017
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Cabernet Sauvignon
2015
91 points
That’s a spicy meatball! If you’re a fan of bright oak influence, you’ll love this deeply spiced, juicy Cabernet. Cinnamon, clove, and black plum rule the roost and are ready for summer barbeque. A Platinum Award Winner at the 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.- Rich Cook, Wine Review Online, 2018
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Cabernet Sauvignon
2014
93 points, Gold Medal
Exceptional, Cellar Selection"Black violet color. Jammy aromas of blueberry oatmeal bar, chocolate covered cherries, and peony with a round, crisp, fruity full body and a warming, nuanced, long leather, mulberry, salted caramel, and earth finish with earthy, well-integrated tannins and moderate oak. A delicious, intriguing cabernet with shining fruit and earthy accents."
- Beverage Testing Institute, November 2017
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Silver Medal
- American Wine Society Commerical Wine Competition 2017Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2013
91 points
Excellent, Highly RecommendedThis is a wine full of toasty cedar, fresh black currant, and green mint aromatics. The palate combines these flavors with a touch of dark chocolate and ground coffee bean. Soft tannins give the wine a dry finish."
- Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2016
90 points, Gold Medal
Exceptional"Deep purple color. Mild, fruity aromas and flavors of dark berry pie, peanut brittle, brown butter, and dried lavender with a supple, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and an interesting, medium-length cassis gelato, brown spices, cocoa, and cedar mulch finish with chewy, woody tannins and moderate oak. A very nice cabernet with chewy table-friendly tannins."
- Beverage Testing Institute, January 2016
88 points, Silver Medal
- San Diego Wine Competition, 2015Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2012
91 points, Gold Medal
Exceptional"Violet black color. Aromas of chocolate wafer bar, powdered berries and limes, and butter roasted nuts with a satiny, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a dried blueberry, roasted citrus, and cocoa accented finish with ultra fine tannins. A delightful sipper or table wine."
- Beverage Testing Institute, January 2014
Gold Medal
- American Wine Society, 2013Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2011
Gold Medal
- Critics Challenge, 2013
Silver Medal
- San Diego Wine Competition
Silver Medal
"Bright medium black ruby color. Bright, fruity aromas of berry pie a la mode, chocolate, and spiced nuts with an oily, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a tingling, complex, easy dried cherries, leather, and vanilla finish with silky tannins and moderate oak. A nicely balanced Napa cabernet."- San Diego Wine Competition
Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
2007
91 points
"The upside of the recession is that wines this good are being sold for lower prices, which is great news for consumers. This Cabernet, basically a négociant's blend, is really delicious. It's rich, dry, tannic and lush in blackberry and cherry tart, chocolate and smoky cedar flavors."- Wine Enthusiast Magazine, June 2011
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Cabernet Sauvignon
2006
"A good, everyday Cabernet. It's a bit gritty and hard in tannins, but very dry, with fine classic flavors of blackberries, black currants and oak. Give it a brief decant before drinking."
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine, August 2010