Seavey Vineyard

Caravina Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.08 ratings
9.21 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Jay Kline

Popped and poured from magnum; enjoyed over the course of two days. Best on Day 2 as the wine came into better balance. The 2015 “Caravina” pours a deep ruby with a nearly opaque core. Medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. One the nose, the wine is developing with notes of black cherry, brambles, tobacco, violets, herbs, and soft baking spices. On the palate, the wine with dry with medium+ tannins and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ and the acid plays a significant role, giving some real lift to the lush fruit. And while we’re on the topic, I’ll just share an observation that the acid is a significant characteristic for Seavey. In their youth, they are somewhat tough to fully appreciate (Ridge also has this reputation). I’m not suggesting Seavey is an analogue to Monte Bello, rather just stating they seem to be playing the long game…and I’m here for that. That being said, these are good now but will be more pleasurable in another couple years (at least in this format) and should be lovely through 2035.

Popped and poured from magnum; enjoyed over the course of two days. Best on Day 2 as the wine came into better balance. The 2015 “Caravina” pours a deep ruby with a nearly opaque core. Medium+ viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. One the nose, the wine is developing with notes of black cherry, brambles, tobacco, violets, herbs, and soft baking spices. On the palate, the wine with dry with medium+ tannins and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ and the acid plays a significant role, giving some real lift to the lush fruit. And while we’re on the topic, I’ll just share an observation that the acid is a significant characteristic for Seavey. In their youth, they are somewhat tough to fully appreciate (Ridge also has this reputation). I’m not suggesting Seavey is an analogue to Monte Bello, rather just stating they seem to be playing the long game…and I’m here for that. That being said, these are good now but will be more pleasurable in another couple years (at least in this format) and should be lovely through 2035.

Nov 28th, 2023
Jocelyn Yard

75

Feb 18th, 2022
Stephen Torres

Hillside fruit notes. Tar, graphite and tobacco... but the 13’ needs some more time... think I’ll let it hang for ah day and revisit

Hillside fruit notes. Tar, graphite and tobacco... but the 13’ needs some more time... think I’ll let it hang for ah day and revisit

Sep 16th, 2018
Joe Flo

Great inky purple color with nice Red & Black currents. Hint of black cherries. Very solid vino.

Great inky purple color with nice Red & Black currents. Hint of black cherries. Very solid vino.

Feb 26th, 2018
Luca Tonello

Luca had this 2 years ago

Luca had this 2 years ago

Jul 15th, 2022
Ryan McNamara

Ryan had this 3 years ago

Ryan had this 3 years ago

Jan 30th, 2022
Howard Greenfield

Howard had this 7 years ago

Howard had this 7 years ago

Apr 11th, 2018
Craig Jenest

Craig had this 7 years ago

Craig had this 7 years ago

Nov 3rd, 2017