Savoring Elegance: Napa Valley's Finest Cabernet Sauvignon Delights

Description:
The John C. Sullenger Vineyard in Oakville produces a Cabernet Sauvignon that is both structured and elegant. It opens with aromas of red plum, raspberry, and a touch of spice and earthiness. On the palate, juicy red fruit, including black cherry and plum, seamlessly blends with rich tobacco, spicy anise, and a hint of toasted oak. This wine has classic Oakville tannins that provide excellent structure while the lively acidity lifts the wine, creating a long, seductive finish with nuances of oak and spice.

Tasting Notes:
Aromas of red plum, raspberry, and spice lead into juicy black cherry, plum, and tobacco flavors. Subtle notes of anise and toasted oak add complexity, while the firm tannins and balanced acidity provide a lingering finish.

Winemaker Insight:
Nickel & Nickel focuses on single-vineyard wines that capture the unique character of Napa’s premier sites. The John C. Sullenger Vineyard is known for producing wines with great depth and elegance, showcasing Oakville’s distinctive terroir.

Pairing Recommendations:

• Perfectly paired with herb-crusted lamb chops with rosemary and garlic, grilled portobello mushrooms with balsamic glaze
• A rich cheese platter featuring aged cheddar and goat cheese.

Description:
The State Ranch Vineyard in Yountville produces a rich and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon that is silky and generous. It features a beautiful bouquet of chocolate, cassis, coffee, and spice notes that evolve with aeration. The wine’s deep and enveloping flavors benefit from aging and are well-suited to pair with rich, savory dishes.

Tasting Notes:
Notes of chocolate, cassis, coffee, and spices provide an inviting and layered experience on the nose. The palate is full and smooth, revealing dark fruit flavors with a lingering, elegant finish.

Winemaker Insight:
State Ranch is one of Nickel & Nickel's most celebrated vineyards, known for its ideal location in Yountville. This site produces complex, fruit-forward wines that also display finesse and balance, thanks to the careful management of vine balance and sustainable farming practices.

Pairing Recommendations:

• Pairs beautifully with grilled beef filet sliders with cabbage slaw, a game-day favorite 
• A savory beef Wellington.

Description:
This wine offers a "dark & dangerous" profile with sweet black fruit, tobacco, and clove notes that give it serious depth and complexity. The finish goes on forever with notes of currant and Madagascar vanilla. Band of Vintners is known for crafting wines that bring together the bold flavors of Napa Valley’s best vineyards, and this release is no exception.

Tasting Notes:
Aromas of ripe blackberries and cassis, complemented by hints of tobacco and clove. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with a long finish featuring notes of currant and vanilla.

Winemaker Insight:
Band of Vintners was formed by a group of Napa Valley winemakers and growers with a shared passion for producing exceptional wine at an approachable price point. Their wines showcase the diversity of Napa’s terroir and are crafted with precision to highlight the expressive qualities of each vintage.

Pairing Recommendations:
Ideal with grilled ribeye steak, lamb chops, or a charcuterie board featuring aged cheeses and smoked meats.

Description:
An impressive value Cabernet Sauvignon that opens with a captivating bouquet of juicy red fruits, including bing cherry and raspberry, interwoven with deeper, riper notes of blackberry. Unexpected herbal hints of sage add a touch of intrigue, while a subtle cocoa powder note complements the wine’s richness.

Tasting Notes:
Juicy red fruits on the nose, with layers of blackberry and subtle cocoa on the palate. Herbal hints of sage add complexity, leading to a smooth finish.

Winemaker Insight:
Charger wines are created with a goal to bring Napa Valley’s finest varietals into the hands of consumers at an accessible price. Their Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with grapes sourced from Napa’s diverse vineyards, blending intensity with a smooth finish.

Pairing Recommendations:
Pairs beautifully with grilled pork tenderloin, roasted vegetables, or a hearty beef stew.

Description:
This Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon boasts the great characteristics of Napa’s renowned Rutherford region. Aromas of brambly raspberry and lavender are layered with barrel notes of vanilla and toffee. Rich black plum and black cherry are at the forefront of a solid core of fruit that coats the palate, while an underlying note of mocha and that classic Rutherford dust complement the bold, firm texture and full body.

Tasting Notes:
Brambly raspberry and lavender aromas, with rich black plum and black cherry flavors. Mocha and earthy notes add depth, leading to a firm, full-bodied finish.

Winemaker Insight:
Acclaimed’s commitment to quality is evident in their meticulous vineyard management and winemaking techniques. Sourced from vineyards in Rutherford, known for its "dusty" terroir, this Cabernet Sauvignon captures the essence of this unique area in Napa Valley.

Pairing Recommendations:
Excellent with grilled steaks, barbecued ribs, or a rich mushroom risotto.

Description:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Coombsville, Napa. Full-bodied, complex, and fruit-forward, aged 24 months in new French Oak Barrels. Rich flavors of ripe plums, black cherries, and blackberries, backed by elegant tannins. Lingering finish hints at warm spice, vanilla, licorice, and black pepper with frequent whiffs of leather.

Tasting Notes:
Ripe plums, black cherries, and blackberries on the palate, with elegant tannins and a lingering finish of spice, vanilla, and leather.

Winemaker Insight:
Phamus Wines prides itself on producing wines that combine Napa’s signature boldness with an approachable elegance. The Instructor Reserve is a perfect example of the winery’s dedication to quality, using carefully selected grapes from the renowned Coombsville AVA, a cooler part of Napa that imparts bright acidity and complexity.

Pairing Recommendations:
Perfect with a charbroiled New York strip steak, roasted lamb with rosemary, or a charcuterie platter featuring aged gouda and prosciutto.

Description:
The Cakebread 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon Benchland Select offers a refined expression of Napa’s classic varietal, sourced from the winery’s most sought-after vineyards. This wine is a deep, dark red with complex aromas of ripe black currant, blackberry, and a touch of spice. The fruit-forward profile is complemented by hints of tobacco, cedar, and a subtle minerality that comes from the carefully selected Benchland vineyard soils.

Tasting Notes:
Aromas of ripe black currant, blackberry, and cassis are balanced by nuances of cedar, tobacco, and earthy undertones. The palate is rich and velvety, with well-integrated tannins and a long, structured finish, showing the hallmark smoothness of Cakebread’s wines.

Winemaker Insight:
Cakebread Cellars is one of Napa’s most respected producers, and their Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect example of their commitment to excellence. This wine is crafted using the finest grapes from select vineyards, allowing the expression of Napa Valley’s terroir to shine through in every bottle.

Pairing Recommendations:
A beautiful match with grilled steak, roasted lamb, or a rich beef Wellington. Also pairs wonderfully with hard cheeses like aged cheddar or a rich blue cheese.