2021 Cabernet Sauvignon

Blackcurrants, spiced cedar and dark spices with bark undertones. Full-bodied with very fine, velvety tannins. Textured and compact with a firm, lingering finish. Tight at the end. Needs time to open. Better from 2026. (11/2023)

Coming mostly from the estate (70 acres), the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is based on 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot. Bottled in March of this year, it has a deep ruby/purple hue to go with a pure, ripe, seamless, medium to full-bodied profile as well as ample cassis and darker raspberry-like fruits, classic tobacco, and spicy, chocolaty oak. On the palate, its ripe tannins, beautiful purity, and great finish make for a beautiful, elegant, layered wine very much in the style of the vintage. (12/2023)

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon has 4% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Merlot, and 1% Malbec in the blend. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs a swirl or two to coax out notes of fresh blackcurrant and Morello cherries giving way to hints of licorice, tree bark, and pencil lead plus a touch of dried Provence herbs. The medium to full-bodied palate has a firm, grainy texture and seamless freshness supporting the muscular black fruits, finishing savory. (11/2023)