Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

surprised how good this was

The ratings are fairly low on delectable, but I am really enjoying the 16 vintage. Layers of cassis and red fruit, and slightly chilled this cuts through the Oahu heat and just seems perfect. 🌺😎

I purchased the 2015 and 2016 on release for about $20. To me it’s one of the best entry level Napa cab money can buy. And in great vintage like 2016, it punches way above its weight.

It opens with a vibrant bouquet of ripe blackberry, cassis, and a hint of fresh mint. On the palate, the sun-drenched, dark fruit flavors are beautifully reined in by a core of fresh acidity. Supple tannins and notes of vanilla and cocoa round out the finish.

Will have another 8-10 years drinking window.

Big bold Cabernet. Rich dark color. Notes of blackberry and plum. Leathery with nice tannin structure. Hint of chocolate. .

a little jammy out of the bottle, but smoothed out nicely given some time to breath; think I’ll decant the next bottle to accelerate the process; decent value at $23

If you didn’t have the 2016, then you missed out on a really good cab

Rich with black cherries. Good. Bought at TAC for ¥5,190.

Nice cab

縄野さんが持ってきてくださったワイン。
美味しい〜。

What’s more comforting to have a glass of fairly priced well made Napa cab during this crazy time in the U.S.!
Like the 16’ better than the 15’. Will age well.