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Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve – lot #113, Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Oakville, Napa Valley – USA 🇺🇸
Overview Part of Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve series, this Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the prestigious Oakville AVA in Napa Valley, an area known for producing bold, cellar-worthy wines. 2021 was a warm vintage, contributing to the richness and power in the glass.
Aromas & Flavors Licorice, red berries, and touches of leather. The fruit comes across polished and juicy, with velvety undertones.
Mouthfeel Structured yet approachable, with polished tannins and a mouthwatering, lingering finish. Napa Valley floor character shows here with bolder intensity.
Food Pairings Perfect with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, or even a charcuterie board that includes aged gouda or manchego.
Verdict A surprisingly affable and delicious Cab, great value for Oakville fruit, and fun to serve blind (as it can surprise many with its quality). Cheers!
Did You Know? Oakville’s fame comes not only from its terroir but also from its neighbors—many world-class estates like Opus One and Harlan are rooted here, driving the area’s reputation for powerhouse Cabernet Sauvignon.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight I poured this blind for friends, and everyone was amazed—no one guessed it was a Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve. Proof that some hidden gems in Napa still sneak through at unbeatable value. — 5 days ago
Freddy R. Troya
Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve – lot #113, Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Oakville, Napa Valley – USA 🇺🇸
Overview
Part of Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve series, this Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the prestigious Oakville AVA in Napa Valley, an area known for producing bold, cellar-worthy wines. 2021 was a warm vintage, contributing to the richness and power in the glass.
Aromas & Flavors
Licorice, red berries, and touches of leather. The fruit comes across polished and juicy, with velvety undertones.
Mouthfeel
Structured yet approachable, with polished tannins and a mouthwatering, lingering finish. Napa Valley floor character shows here with bolder intensity.
Food Pairings
Perfect with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, or even a charcuterie board that includes aged gouda or manchego.
Verdict
A surprisingly affable and delicious Cab, great value for Oakville fruit, and fun to serve blind (as it can surprise many with its quality). Cheers!
Did You Know?
Oakville’s fame comes not only from its terroir but also from its neighbors—many world-class estates like Opus One and Harlan are rooted here, driving the area’s reputation for powerhouse Cabernet Sauvignon.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
I poured this blind for friends, and everyone was amazed—no one guessed it was a Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve. Proof that some hidden gems in Napa still sneak through at unbeatable value. — 5 days ago