Oakville AVA
Oakville AVA
Macauley 2012 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Napa Valley
American Red
Black fruit and cherry rise from the glass with wet stone, blackberry jam, raspberry and finely judged oak spice. The palate is warm and viscous yet remarkably balanced, bringing ripe cherry, clove and layered spice into focus. Stately, refined tannins give the Cabernet shape and carry its dark fruit through a long, composed finish.
B Cellars 2014 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry form a dense core, lifted by white flowers and framed by liquorice, graphite and restrained oak. The palate is full and opulent, yet vibrant acidity and silky tannins keep the concentration sharply defined. Forest floor and dark spice add savoury depth as the wine opens. Layered and persistent, it finishes with polished fruit, earth and liquorice.
Rudd 2004 Oakville Estate Red
American Red
Cassis, blackberry and dark plum are layered with graphite, liquorice, mocha and a quiet violet lift. The palate is full and concentrated, yet freshness keeps the ripe fruit defined. Sweet, polished tannins create a broad, supple texture without a hard edge, while cedar, sage and mineral notes add savoury detail. The finish is long and persistent, returning to blackcurrant, graphite and restrained spice.
Double Diamond by Schrader 2019 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry lead a generous nose, with cassis, savoury bay leaf and a measured touch of roasted oak. The palate is broad and dense but polished, carrying dark fruit through bittersweet cocoa, fine tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Menthol and loamy earth add lift and depth before a long, composed finish. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or roasted portobello mushrooms.
B Cellars 2014 Ehrlich Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Blackberry and dark chocolate lead a full-bodied, brambly Cabernet, with smoke, clove and cinnamon adding savoury warmth. The fruit is generous but not loose, framed by oak and enough structure to keep the palate composed. Further layers emerge with air, bringing greater depth to the dark berry and spice profile. The finish is firm, polished and persistent. Decant before serving with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs or aged hard cheese.
Vine Hill Ranch 2011 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville
American Red
Black cherry, dark plum and cassis lead, joined by wild fennel, dark cocoa and a smoky, resinous lift. Graphite, forest floor and wet slate add earthy mineral depth, while lively acidity keeps the palate generous but balanced. Seamless, persistent tannins carry the Cabernet into a long, composed finish.
Harlan Estate 2014 Proprietary Red Oakville Napa Valley
American Red
Blackcurrant, black cherry and crushed blackberry open with violet, graphite and rose petal. The full-bodied Cabernet blend is dense yet finely balanced, layering plum, mocha and liquorice over ultra-fine tannins. Forest floor, charcoal, dried herbs and warm spice add savoury depth, while mineral tension carries the rich fruit into a long, focused finish.
Frias 2014 Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
American Red
Blueberry, blackberry and cassis lead, joined by crushed violet, licorice and a graphite-like mineral note. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with supple tannins carrying the dark fruit through a long, composed finish. Savoury herbs and measured oak add depth without crowding the fruit. Decant before serving with roast beef or lamb.