{"title":"Napa Valley Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the world-class wines of Napa Valley, America’s premier wine region. From iconic, bold Cabernet Sauvignons to rich Chardonnays and elegant Merlot, discover a curated selection of California’s finest, most prestigious estates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dalla-valle-maya-2018","title":"Dalla Valle Maya 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2018 Dalla Valle Maya is a rich, full-bodied wine that’s earned top scores, including 100 points from The Wine Advocate. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, it’s packed with deep flavors of blueberries, black currants, and hints of spice and earth. With smooth tannins and fresh acidity, it’s already impressive but will age beautifully over the next decade. The 2018 vintage stands out as one of the best in recent years, offering a great mix of complexity and accessibility.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(159, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 15, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Maya is shy and restrained to begin. With swirling, it begins to reveal beguiling notes of fragrant earth, lavender, garrigue and Sichuan pepper, giving way to a core of wild blueberries, boysenberries, black raspberries and black currants plus a hint of iron ore. The palate is full-bodied, revealing itself in slow-releasing layers of black and blue fruits with exhilarating earth and mineral sparks, framed by firm, beautifully ripe tannins and bold freshness, finishing on a persistent ferrous note. As cerebral as it is downright hedonic, this Maya is simply jaw-dropping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFollowers of Dalla Valle will want to check out my notes on the brand-new joint venture with Ornellaia Estate in Tuscany: DVO.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe other somewhat unusual new release this year is the 2018 MDV. “In 1999 we did a cuvée for auction Napa Valley, made entirely of Cabernet Sauvignon from our Maya vineyard,” Maya said. “The first vintage produced for our clients was 2013, then 2016. We almost never do anything 100%, but I decided to pull out a little 2018 and bottle it separately again this year.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Collina is an earlier-drinking taste of Dalla Valle—a little more affordable,” Maya commented. “We purchase a small amount of fruit from Oakville Ranch to blend with our own fruit for this label.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAltogether, this was an incredibly strong lineup of 2018s from Dalla Valle, with the Maya label\/vineyard's expression of this great vintage absolutely stealing my heart. WOW!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 23, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA polished, full-bodied red with aromas and flavors of blueberry, black cherry, sandalwood and crushed praline. Superb flavor intensity and a creamy texture, supported by firm, velvety tannins. Lingering vanilla notes. Delicious already, but better from 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(159, 8, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 20, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2037\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA wonderfully fragranced and well-structured wine. Perfumed florality comes through from the 40% Cabernet Franc in the blend (with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon) alongside ripe red and black fruits and a kick of liquorice spice. Instantly captivating on the palate with a good balance of opulent fruit, herbal savouriness, refreshing acidity and grippy tannins. An excellent food wine but this a little more time before opening.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.80%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 40% Cabernet Franc 60% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDallavallevineyards.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60% cabernet sauvignon, 40% cabernet franc,\u003cbr\u003eHarvest date: 9th and 16th october\u003cbr\u003eOak aging: 22 Months, 100% New French Oak\u003cbr\u003eAs a growing season, 2018 was sensational. From the first cherries in the early spring, to the last apples and pears of the late summer, every fruit and vegetable was intense in flavor, and generous in yield. This always bodes well for the wines from the season. The grapes from our estate vineyard in Oakville developed beautifully all season long, with a slow, steady build in color and aromatics, and a uniform maturing of tannins in the end. The result is a lineup of wines that is distinctive, dense, and highly polished. The rounded edges make the wines accessible in their youth, but the real payoff will come with bottle age, given the massive structure and concentration. The signature blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from our estate in Oakville, Maya is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Both of these varieties thrive on the iron-rich, rocky soils in the eastern hills of Oakville. Our aim is to find the right combination between the “Maya\u003cbr\u003eBlock” of Cabernet Sauvignon, which consistently produces the most compelling wine on the estate, with Cabernet Franc growing in adjacent blocks, which adds a new and exciting dimension to the wine. The 2018 vintage fermented and aged without intervention and bottled without filtration. We feel that these low-impact winemaking techniques, along with organic and biodynamic farming practices, bring added life to the wine. The profile of the wine is buttoned-up but complex, showing notes of Bing cherry, clove, pencil\u003cbr\u003elead and gravel, in addition to hints of bay leaf and vanilla. The list of descriptors continues to grow with time in the glass, and the intensity on the palate makes it clear that this will go down as one of the vintages of the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974279839808,"sku":"RDUS20184484","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Dalla-Valle-Maya-2018.jpg?v=1706754345"},{"product_id":"dominus-estate-dominus-proprietory-red-2012-750ml","title":"Dominus Estate Dominus Proprietory Red 2012 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2012 Dominus Estate is a richly textured, impeccably balanced Napa Valley red, earning 98 points from both The Wine Advocate and James Suckling. A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, it offers layers of black currant, violet, spice, and earthy cocoa. Full-bodied and seamless, it reflects an ideal vintage with opulent fruit, velvety tannins, and impressive aging potential through 2045.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(151, 7, 0);\"\u003eRP 98+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 30, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2045\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exuberance and drama in the stunning nose of the dense plum-colored 2012 Dominus offers up notes of Asian spice, ripe, black currants, kirsch, tobacco leaf and Christmas fruitcake. It is full-bodied and opulent, with no hard edges, a seamless integration of acidity, wood and tannin and a density and richness that are built to go on for 25-30 years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(151, 7, 0);\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 1, 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabulous purity and clarity of fruit. Black currants, blackberries and violets. Full body, big soft tannins and a chocolate, hazelnut and dark fruit character. Some hot stones too. Ripe, velvety and fruity finish. Better in 2020 but delicious to drink now. Wonderful Dominus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 29, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2044 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt rained a lot in the spring of 2012, and as of early 2024, the wine is still very compact. There's a cheerful quality, with black fruit, dried violets, and lilacs. A deep sense of earthy richness is just beginning to show itself, but as much as the 2013 suggestion, there is real cellar potential. 2012 is an overlooked vintage, stuck between the cool and rainy 2011 and the highly-praised 2013 vintage, but if you have any 2012 in your cellar, try it today and try it again in 5, 10, and 15 years. It will still be going. It has the balanced acidity and integration of precise tannins to age, and it's delivering a host of upfront pleasure right now in a soft, velvety and refreshing form, with such scintillating acidity as to be one of the most food-friendly Dominus reds in the last couple of decades. Not to be overlooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark red, almost deep crimson in color. The nose is dense and compact, filled with dark berries, blond tobacco, black cherries and cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting Notes: \u003cbr\u003eThe Dominus 2012 exemplifies the finest qualities of Cabernet Sauvignon from an ideal vintage. The intriguing nose offers a depth of aromas including lavender, Asian spices and cedar. Soft, supple tannins buoy layers of dark earth and cocoa. The wine is racy yet refined with a long elegant finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2012 enjoyed a perfect growing season. Plentiful rainfall in March and April lessened winter drought concerns, and a mild spring with few temperature fluctuations contributed to an even budbreak and a healthy bloom. Summer temperatures were consistently warm, without excessive heat spikes, which provided conditions for slow, homogenous maturation of fruit, exhibiting great character and richness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2012 DOMINUS Napa Valley \u003cbr\u003eNapanook Vineyard, Yountville, CA \u003cbr\u003eHarvest Start: October 9 \u003cbr\u003eHarvest End: October 21 \u003cbr\u003eBottling Date: July 2014 \u003cbr\u003ePercent New Barrels: 40% \u003cbr\u003eCases Produced: 5000 \u003cbr\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 93%, Cabernet Franc: 2%, Petit Verdot: 5% \u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: June 2015\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974288719936,"sku":"RDUS20124127","price":518.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Domaine-Estate-Dominus.jpg?v=1706755361"},{"product_id":"dominus-estate-dominus-proprietory-red-2019-750ml","title":"Dominus Estate Dominus Proprietory Red 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Dominus Estate offers rich dark fruit aromas like black plum and cherries, with hints of tobacco and earthiness. The palate is complex and full-bodied, balanced by fresh acidity and soft tannins. It's approachable now but will continue to develop beautifully with age.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLisa Perotti-Brown | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(144, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLPB 99+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 26, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Dominus slowly emerges from the glass with profound notes of blackcurrant cordial, ripe black plums, boysenberries and Black Forest cake with hints of violets, star anise, cracked black pepper, raspberry leaves and pencil lead, plus a touch of garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers impactful black fruit layers, creating a beguiling sense of richness that is beautifully countered by invigorating freshness and great poise, framed by super ripe, plush tannins and beautiful tension, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note and, finally, lots of mineral sparks. For all that it is at the moment, one cannot help but feel that this 2018 is holding something back. Give it a good five years in bottle, at least, and then get set for what I suspect will be a mind-blowing transformation over the next 30 years+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(151, 7, 0);\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eMay 31, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Dominus is blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot and 4% Cabernet Franc, aged in 40% new French oak. Impressively dark-hued in the glass, it yields scents of cherries and cassis on the nose—or is it black cherries and redcurrants? Subtle notes of mocha, pencil shavings and almost Graves-like earthiness wind through the concentrated, medium to full-bodied palate, giving it a sense of savory gravitas, while the finish is silky and long, leaving a lingering residue of soft tannins and mouthwatering freshness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0);\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eMar 14, 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots of crushed stone, lead pencil and licorice aromas that are extremely aromatic and bright. Black cherries, cloves and purple fruit, too. Full body and a round and ripe center-palate with a juicy interior. It opens at the end with a savory and juicy finish. Layered and beautiful. Drinkable now, but better in three or four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark red, almost deep crimson in color. The nose is dense and compact, filled with dark berries, blond tobacco, black cherries and cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDominus 2019 opens gradually with sweet tobacco, marjoram and jasmine leading to a resonant core of iron and black plum.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage summary: 2019 was characterized by a wet winter and wet spring and contrasting temperatures. January was warmer than average followed by the coldest February since 1998. April was the second warmest April after 2013 and May was rainy and particularly cold. An early heatwave reaching 102 F on June 10th and 11th represented a violent change of temperature after a very cold month of May. With saturated soils and warm temperatures, the vines had exuberant shoot growth throughout the summer. Summer was warm with high temperatures from June to September higher than the historical average. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest Start: September 29\u003cbr\u003eHarvest End: October 10\u003cbr\u003eBottling Date: June 2021\u003cbr\u003ePercent New Barrels: 40%\u003cbr\u003eCases Produced: 3500\u003cbr\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 90%, Cabernet Franc: 4%, Petit Verdot: 6%\u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: June 2022\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974289113152,"sku":"RDUS20194135","price":495.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Domaine-Estate-Dominus_db1b6f47-9737-4e4d-bd4a-0a907edc8e9e.jpg?v=1706755381"},{"product_id":"jordan-alexander-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2017-750ml","title":"Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJordan’s 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley is a beautifully balanced, food-friendly wine inspired by classic Bordeaux first growths. Despite a challenging vintage, this wine shines with rich cherry, raspberry, and blackberry flavors, layered with hints of vanilla, tobacco, and spice from French oak aging. It’s velvety and structured, with a long, spice-kissed finish — perfect to enjoy now after decanting or cellar until 2035.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 2, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongtime winemaker Rob Davis' masterful balancing act scuppered Mother Nature in a vintage that delivered at least five major heat spikes, along with late-season fires. 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Plum, currant and subtle oak combine on the palate for a textured, balanced and enjoyable outcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery vintage of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with a focus on striking a perfect balance between beautiful fruit, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is this delicate balance—all done by taste—that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJordanwinery.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModeled after a First Growth Bordeaux, Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has remained one of Sonoma's best Cabernet Sauvignons for four decades with an unwavering commitment to food-friendly wines of balance and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEvery vintage of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with a focus on striking a perfect balance between beautiful fruit, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is this delicate balance all done by taste that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan's Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle. Renowned for its consistency of quality vintage after vintage, Jordan has remained one of the top Cabernet Sauvignon brands on the best restaurant wine lists for decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe diversity of the collection of crus' estate vineyard blocks that have more clay-rich soils like the Right Bank of Bordeaux and family grower parcels on mid-slope, well-drained Sonoma County vineyards with mineral-rich, gravelly soils reminiscent of Bordeaux's Left Bank gives this new world Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon a complexity found only in the top first growths of the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2017 Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eWinemakers often describe vintages with unusual weather as “challenging” or “unique,” but in 2017, the word used most often was “crazy.” Though it was grown under stressful conditions, the 2017 Jordan emerged as a beauty with charming weight and mature structure in its youth. A vintage that is truly a testament to the resilience of plants and humans alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eCherry, raspberry and dried herb aromas laced with hints of vanilla and tobacco. The palate has a charming weight and velvety texture filled with intense flavors of black cherries and blackberries, all elevated by a lovely backbone of spice notes from extended aging in French oak barrels. Blackberries and hints of dried herbs linger through the long, spice-kissed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen to drink\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy now after decanting for 90 minutes or cellar through 2035.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003cbr\u003eThe dark fruit flavors, silky palate and structure make it a lovely wine for food pairing. This wine’s elegance, acidity and spice notes complement grilled or roasted dishes, such as herb-crusted lamb, roasted chicken or grilled pork loin. The wine’s earthiness even complements vegetarian dishes, such as mushroom risotto, ratatouille or roasted root vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974378930240,"sku":"RDUS20174176","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Jordan-Alexander-Valley-Cabenet-Sauvignon.jpg?v=1706758352"},{"product_id":"joseph-phelps-insignia-napa-valley-2019-750ml","title":"Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Valley 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2019 Joseph Phelps Insignia is a powerhouse Napa Valley red blend, showcasing depth, structure, and finesse in one of the winery’s most refined vintages to date. Aged in 100% new French oak, it blends Cabernet Sauvignon with touches of Petit Verdot and Malbec for a bold yet elegant expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 16, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very aromatic Insignia with pencil-shaving and graphite highlights to the dark fruit and blackberries. Full-bodied, yet tensioned and vertical, with very fine tannins that run deep and layered in the wine. Needs time to come together, but fantastic tension and structure. Try after 2027.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 97\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 5, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2032-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmells ripe and heady on the nose, expressive and seductive. This is rich and bold, it's edging on too much, with lots of wood on show in the slightly heavy texture, liquorice and coffee flavour and fullness in the mouth but there are such alluring and captivating aspects to this wine with striking details of rose, tobacco, blackberry, red berries and dark chocolate shavings on show. I like the fragranced aspects and the energetic acidity that gives lift and a sense of brightness but this is a strong, powerful and muscular wine that will need at least a decade to come around. Given enough time it will be beautiful. Ageing 24 months in 100% new French oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon 2% Malbec 5% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(151, 7, 0);\"\u003eRP 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 4, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore elegant and refined than the Napa Cab, the 2019 Insignia features restrained cedar and vanilla notes (despite spending two years in 100% new French oak) and delicate herbal shadings accenting cassis and black cherry fruit. Full-bodied, velvety and somewhat open-knit on the palate, it turns plush and long on the finish, adding a touch of warmth. Production this year is approximately 17,000 cases, reflecting the increased volume coming from recently replanted vineyards. It's remarkable what a good job they continue to do with this bottling year after year, without compromising on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-hKysef kYcfoa\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt was a gorgeous afternoon when I pulled into the parking lot at Joseph Phelps Winery. For those who haven't been, it's tucked into a small side valley east of the Silverado Trail in Saint Helena, a short ways up Taplin Road. The terrace overlooking the vineyards and old winery building are beautiful settings in which to taste, and a high shelf in the interior is home to an impressive lineup of empty trophy bottles consumed by the founder.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinemaker Ashley Hepworth had been at Phelps for 23 years when I visited in February, but she has since departed to start her own consulting business. Assistant winemaker Kelly Fields—18 years with Phelps—also joined us for the tasting, and I believe she is staying on. I wrote in my notes at the time that they showed remarkable longevity for non-family members in a Napa winery—I hope I didn't jinx anything!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGetting back to the wines, this was primarily a look at the 2019s from bottle and the 2021s from barrel (or tank). Hepworth explained that they picked about one-third of the red fruit in 2020 but \"couldn't make the wines work,\" so that wine was sold in bulk. From 2008-2016, the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was actually all estate, but it now includes some grower fruit to replace missing volumes from vineyards that are being replanted. The winery owns roughly 400 acres in Napa Valley, with about 80 under redevelopment. According to Hepworth, it's usually a bit under 50% new oak, mostly French but includes a small proportion of American (less than 25%).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe big boys here are Insignia and the Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, both top-quality wines but made in contrasting styles. Insignia is a wine blended from several sites and typically quite lush, meant to epitomize the ripeness and softness of the valley floor, while Backus, from a single vineyard, is more structured. Both Backus and Insignia age in 100% new French oak.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGiven the attention to Cabernet Sauvignon at Phelps, it would be easy to overlook the winery's long history with Syrah, which Joe Phelps bottled as a varietal wine in 1974—the first in California. Today, the Syrah is sourced from Larry Hyde, in Carneros, but it remains a terrific wine—and one that sells for about two-thirds of the price of the Napa Valley Cabernet. Co-fermented with a small amount of Viognier (like Côte-Rôtie), it's the unsung gem in the winery's portfolio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2021s look promising here, as at so many of the wineries I've visited. Fields said overall yields were down about 10% from the 10-year average. May was chilly and rainy, which got the vegetative growth off to a good start, but then the summer was dry, with no major heat waves. \"Canopy management was key,\" according to Fields.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJosephphelps.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Winery Exclusive Release Of The Highly Anticipated 2019 Joseph Phelps Insignia. \u003cbr\u003eWinemaker Notes: The 2019 Insignia opens with heady aromatics of red fruit, crème de cassis, leafy tobacco and delicate dried rose petals. The palate is juicy and dense with expressive layers of blackberry, raspberry, black currant, and dark chocolate. A dynamic wine offering captivating energy, length, complexity and refinement. The 2019 Insignia marks the first vintage to include fruit from the new Joseph Phelps vineyard named El Venadito, located in the Oak Knoll District, just south of the winery’s Yountville Vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974379782208,"sku":"RDUS20194357","price":475.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Joseph-Phelps-Insignia-Napa-Valley.jpg?v=1706758384"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2009-1500ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eElegant and expressive, the 2009 vintage of Opus One delivers a plush, polished take on Napa’s classic red blend. With 81% Cabernet Sauvignon at its core, it opens with inviting aromas of black olive, espresso, and dark chocolate, lifted by hints of cola and violet. The palate follows through with ripe blueberry, cassis, and licorice, framed by fine-grained tannins and a soft, mineral-driven finish. A warm growing season with cool nights gave this vintage both ripeness and aromatic finesse. Drink now or hold through 2040.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 15, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of black olive and minerals underlie more traditional notes of dark chocolate, cola and espresso. Showing flavors of ripe blueberry, cassis, and licorice, this age-worthy wine simultaneously offers a smooth finish and a slight grip of tannin at the close. \u003cbr\u003eBlend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot, 1% Malbec\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 14, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA more mineral, floral-tinged style in this vintage, with blueberry and blackberry fruits, beautifully aromatic if a little softer through the finish than some vintages. The Cabernet Franc was co-fermented with the Cabernet Sauvignon. 1% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 20 days skin contact. Warm days and cool nights made this perfect until the rain during harvest (which lasted September 21 to October 20). Opus picks relatively early for Napa, and so was lucky to have had most of the grapes in before the second round of rain came.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.00%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 9% Cabernet Franc 81% Cabernet Sauvignon 1% Malbec 3% Merlot 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 20, 2013\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2014-2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense ruby colour. Sweet oak, sweet fruit – very juicy and opulent. Not too heavy, but certainly generous. Very nubile tannins. Primary and juicy – but not very complex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAfter two years of consecutive dry spring months, Opus One’s vineyard received almost 150 mm of rain at the start of 2009. Cultivation and irrigation were adjusted to increase vine vigor and yield, striking a delicate balance in growing leaves adequate for photosynthesis but not so numerous as to mask fruit and overemphasize herbal characters. \u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003eThe 2009 vintage saw cool temperatures during bloom and maturation, with two short heat spells in September. The harvest began on September 21st and provided an exhilarating finish on October 20th after a record rainfall for October.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of black olive and minerals underlie more traditional notes of dark chocolate, cola and espresso. Showing flavors of ripe blueberry, cassis and liquorice, this age-worthy wine simultaneously offers a smooth finish and a slight grip of tannin at the close.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eVarietals\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 81%, Cabernet Franc 9%, Petit Verdot 6%, Merlot 3%, and Malbec 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eBarrel Aging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17 months in new French oak\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974503710784,"sku":"RDUS20094219","price":1928.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Opus-One-1500ml.jpg?v=1751276239"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2010-1500ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA standout vintage despite a rollercoaster growing season, the 2010 Opus One is a masterclass in elegance and resilience. It bursts from the glass with aromas of blackcurrant, rose petals, and espresso, underscored by subtle earthy and herbal notes. The palate is rich yet composed, offering dark fruit, licorice, and chocolate wrapped in velvety tannins and a fresh mineral lift. With its poise, layered complexity, and aging potential, this wine is both expressive now and built for the long haul.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2013\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2013-2033\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA glorious perfume of sweet charcoal, truffle, black currants and spice box soars from the glass of the saturated purple-coloured 2010 Opus One. The gorgeous aromatics are followed by a beautifully knit, full-bodied red blend (84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5.5% Merlot, 5.5% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec) displaying lots of spicy black currant fruit, medium to full body, velvety tannins, and not a hard edge to be found. The texture, length and richness are all impressive. This estate has been making great Cabernet-based wines for nearly a decade ... and this is another one. Drink it over the next 20 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 10, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the best ever from Opus, it shows beautiful blackcurrant cabernet sauvignon character. A powerful and poised wine with well-crafted tannins. Needs about four years to soften.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 14, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery much a young wine in its primary stage, this is silky and powerful and tasted excellent during this vertical, despite 2010 being an extremely difficult vintage for winemaker Michael Silacci. The year got off to a cool start, followed by a heatwave - the grapes at Opus escaped the shrivelling that much of Napa saw because of leaf cover. There are still plenty of signposts towards a hot summer - olive paste, rosemary, garrigue and liquorie notes, gorgeous ground coffee bean edging, and an excellent layer of freshness that picks things up on the finish and stops it being overly powerful. I like years in Napa that have a little fault in them - too much perfection with the natural generosity of Napa can make for an overly powerful wine, and I celebrate the nuances here. 1% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 19 days skin contact.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2010 vintage will be remembered as a uniquely demanding year \u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003ewith unseasonably cold days, untimely rainfall, and surprisingly hot days. Having left a sufficient number of leaves on the vines, our grapes avoided sunburn from late season heat assuring the success of the vintage. Harvest began on September 23 and concluded on October 23.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso accentuate fruity and earthy nuances. Round velvety tannins enrobe a silky texture with a touch of minerality. The flavors of dark fruit are enhanced by the well-integrated acidity. The acidity and tannin structure promise a very long life ahead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarietals\u003cbr\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 84%, Cabernet Franc 5.5%, Merlot 5.5%, Petit Verdot 4%, and Malbec 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eBarrel Aging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 months in new French oak\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974503776320,"sku":"RDUS20104221","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Opus-One-1500ml_e9f5ffe3-7e6e-4e5f-ab78-93579fdf136e.jpg?v=1734041107"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2018-375ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA masterclass in balance and elegance, the 2018 Opus One is a poised expression of Napa terroir at its most refined. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (84%), with supporting roles from Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, it opens with soaring aromatics of violets, cassis, black cherry and graphite. On the palate, fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity carry dark fruit, cocoa and fresh herbs with precision and depth. A cooler vintage lends the wine lifted freshness and aromatic purity, while the debut of 80% wild yeast fermentation adds textural complexity. Polished yet restrained, this is an age-worthy Napa classic that evolves gracefully in the glass.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 1, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely perfumed and floral with lavender, lilacs and violets to the sweet, ripe berries, such as blackberries and blackcurrants. Some slate and graphite, too. It’s full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Lasts for minutes. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 26, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2058\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Opus One soars out of the glass with bright, bold boysenberries, warm cassis and ripe, juicy black plums notes, plus emerging nuances of lilacs, oolong tea, cinnamon stick, tilled soil and black truffles. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with tightly wound layers of crunchy black fruits, supported by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing with lifted fruitiness and on a lingering mineral note. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuring my recent visit to Opus One, I tasted five vintages of the \"grand vin,\" including a barrel sample of the 2019, which will be published separately in a dedicated report.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eComparing the 2018 vintage with 2019, winemaker Michael Silacci commented, \"There’s a little more richness to 2019. 2018 is elegant, and that's not an excuse for being lighter. I like the intensity of the 2018s—2019 is a bit above it. 2018 was cooler with a little bit more acidity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBoth vintages are a triumph at Opus One and a testament to the subtle changes that Silacci and his team have been conducting in the vineyards and winery over the last 15+ years. Bravo!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 20, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower and concentration from the start but with a lovely vein of cool blue fruits and an invigoratingly fresh core. Dark chocolate, coffee, blueberries and pomegranate combine to give a seductive nose and follow through on the palate with an immediate burst of juicy acidity and plush tannins. Layered and nuanced, the texture is striking, elegant and precise with juice that his the side of the mouth supported by oak spice that gently frames the overall feeling giving balance. Abundant in a sense but also reigned in making you want another glass straight away. 80% wild yeast fermentation for the first time as of the 2018 vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 16++\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 11, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2038\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec. Aged for 17 months in new French oak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eStubborn, backward style, not only lighter than expected in body, but restrained in fruit. Structurally balanced and ready to drink, just not very aromatically eloquent. Dozing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Opus One 2018 offers profuse aromas of blackberry, cassis and black cherry. Elegant notes of violets, white pepper and rose petals follow and together they deliver a very seductive bouquet. The seamlessly layered flavors build to a crescendo of fresh and juicy black-fruit, accented with hints of orange zest, licorice and dark chocolate. Beautifully balanced, the smooth round tannins and fresh acidity combine to create a soft, creamy mouthfeel and extend the flavors into a long persistent finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eVarietals\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 84%, Petit Verdot 6%, Merlot 5%, Cabernet Franc 4% and Malbec 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eBarrel Aging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17 months in new French oak\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974504038464,"sku":"RDUS20184237","price":328.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Opus-One-375ml.jpg?v=1706769448"},{"product_id":"overture-by-opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-nv-750ml","title":"Overture by Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon NV 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOpus One Overture is a smooth and elegant blend mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon, with a touch of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. This multi-vintage wine aged 18 months in French oak. Expect polished vanilla oak, rich cassis fruit, and a silky texture with firm tannins and fresh acidity. It’s lighter and more approachable than the flagship Opus One, ready to enjoy now but with enough structure to last a few years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(145, 9, 3);\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Top multi-vintage blends: Wines of many years\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2018-2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStylish aromas, with vanilla oak and the fragrant trappings of class. Glossy, opulent and silky with lovely cassis fruit richness, albeit in a full-bodied, powerful frame with robust tannins and a firm spine of acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 16.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Sep 1, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFull bottle 1,363 g. This 2022 release of Opus One's non-vintage second wine is a blend of 2019 and 2018. 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in French oak.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent crimson. Warm red-fruit nose with some herbal quality and a little briariness somehow. Sweet palate entry and only just sufficient acidity for my taste but only the lightest of tannins. This seems ready to drink already although it's not going to decline that fast. Neat, medium finish. Much, much lighter than stereotypical Napa Cabernet! Top-quality oak and hands-off winemaking in evidence but it's very much lighter than Opus One itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eVivino 4.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverture blends five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and captures the terroir characteristics of each variety grown in different soils. Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression than Opus One estate that can be enjoyed upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn keeping with the tradition of many great Bordeaux estates, we produce a fine second wine, Overture. A natural extension of the creation of Opus One, Overture is the timeless expression of our estate vineyards. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverture reflects the winemaker's artistry by showcasing the talent of blending five traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and capturing terroir characteristics of the same variety grown in different soils. However, Overture's third blending aspect that of marrying multiple vintages yields a softer, rounder expression of our estate that can be enjoyed upon release.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974504562752,"sku":"RDUS00NV4241","price":288.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Overture-by-Opus-One.jpg?v=1706769542"},{"product_id":"schrader-cellars-double-diamond-cabernet-sauvignon-2021-750ml","title":"Schrader Cellars Double Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2021 Double Diamond Oakville Cabernet is Schrader’s more approachable sibling—still intense, but with plush fruit, velvety tannins, and a bit less oak than its higher-tier counterparts. Sourced mainly from Mondavi’s To Kalon blocks and crafted by Thomas Rivers Brown, it shows classic Napa richness—blackcurrant, cedar, dark chocolate—with a savory streak of herbs and graphite for balance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 30, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink: 2025-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 54% new French oak and 46% second-use Schrader Darnajou French oak. The Oakville Cabernet from Double Diamond delivers greater power and a more intense structure than Proprietary Red. It is a slightly more serious wine with a brooding, inky character that commands attention. The tannins are long and finely grained, coating the palate in broad, luxurious strokes. This lush, full-bodied wine offers a silky texture and a plethora of blackberry fruit underpinned by ironstone minerality. Aromatic notes of sweet fennel, sage, and a hint of tarragon intertwine with black liquorice, leading to a long finish accented by fine cigar box and toasted cedarwood nuances. 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Best from 2028.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRP 91+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Double Diamond is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, mostly sourced from Mondavi's portion of the To Kalon Vineyard. Despite using less new oak (54%) than any other Schrader bottling, cedar and celery seed notes join ripe cherries on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied, a bit firmer, richer and more tannic than the similarly priced Proprietary Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere have been few changes visible to consumers since Constellation Brands purchased Schrader in 2017. Thomas Rivers Brown has remained as the consultant, much of the grape sourcing has remained constant, and quality, thankfully, hasn't dropped off.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the availability of additional fruit from the Mondavi vineyard holdings—both within To Kalon and outside of it—Brown has had the opportunity to make wine and add bottlings from different blocks. The Mondavi Heritage Clone To Kalon Vineyard is perhaps the most notable success. The Double Diamond wines—there's now a Proprietary Red as well as a Cabernet Sauvignon—provide relatively affordable on-ramps to the Schrader portfolio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Schrader 2021s reviewed here are all excellent examples of their respective sites and the Thomas Rivers Brown style. The vintage character comes through as well, as the wines do show a slightly more concentrated, tannic edge than in many previous years. They should age particularly well. Fans of the wines may want to stock up if possible, as 2022 looks considerably more uneven throughout Napa Valley. When Brown doesn't hesitate in calling 2022 \"the worst non-fire vintage I've seen,\" readers should take notice. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSchradercellars.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOAKVILLE, NAPA VALLEY 100% CABERNET SAUVIGNON \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted by Schrader Cellars winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, Double Diamond is a truly captivating Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from exceptional vineyard lots, exclusively in Napa Valley’s renowned Oakville district. 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Full-bodied and polished, it delivers a lush core wrapped in fine tannins—pure Silverado elegance from a standout vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSilveradovineyards.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth and elegant, the 2015 SOLO Cabernet Sauvignon offers bold aromas of cherry and raspberry that carry over onto the palate. Sweet black fruit flavors with a layer of lightly toasted oak and cola. 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A blanket of long, velvety tannins wraps itself around the palate, and the finish is long and exacting with spearmint and a wealth of warm earthen hummus notes. The Tesseron family, owners of Château Pontet-Canet, purchased the estate in 2016. It was owned by the late actor Robin Williams, who had planted the vines on the estate. Jérôme Ledit is the Estate Manager and Michel Rolland is the consultant oenologist. The vineyards are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc and have been dry-farmed since the first day in 2016 that Alfred Tesseron set foot on the property. 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This will require some time in the cellar to reveal all its potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 7% Cabernet Franc 86% Cabernet Sauvignon 7% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark red, almost deep crimson in color. The nose is dense and compact, filled with dark berries, blond tobacco, black cherries and cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vivid expression of its unique site, Dominus is a profound and powerful wine, exemplifying purity. With articulated fruit and polished tannins, the wine has elegance, complexity, great length and improves with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINTAGE SUMMARY\u003cbr\u003e2014 was characterized by a very dry early winter with heavy rains in February and continued rainfall in March and April (February: 11.7 inches | March: 4 inches | April: 2 inches). Average temperatures were higher than historical averages, with minor heat spikes in June (101 F) and in July (103 F). No heat spikes were recorded in August or September. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003cbr\u003eDominus 2014 offers cardamom and forest floor aromas with deep blue fruit, silky tannins in focused layers and a beautiful, long nish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest Start: September 2\u003cbr\u003eHarvest End: September 30\u003cbr\u003eBottling Date: July 2016\u003cbr\u003ePercent New Barrels: 40%\u003cbr\u003eCases Produced: 4300\u003cbr\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 86%, Cabernet Franc: 7%, Petit Verdot: 7%\u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: June 2017\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39982363312192,"sku":"RDUS20144129","price":470.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/DomaineEstateDominus.jpg?v=1712585789"},{"product_id":"dominus-estate-napanook-2017-750ml","title":"Dominus Estate Napanook 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2017 Napanook, a blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, offers vibrant aromas of black cherries, blackberry compote, and crushed black currants, complemented by dark chocolate, licorice, and warm spices. Full-bodied with firm tannins and seamless freshness, it has a lingering perfumed finish. With time, it reveals the estate's mineral signature. Despite a challenging growing season, only 1,400 cases were made. Best enjoyed after a few years of aging.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 14, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is so drinkable now. Savory and yummy. Lots of blackberries, blueberries and currants. Full-to medium-bodied, tight and silky with beautiful freshness and finesse. So long and caressing, yet tightly grained tannins give it tension. Lovely drinkability. Available April 2020. Drink or hold. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink Date: 2020-2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere was about 40% of a normal crop this year due to strict selection. Grapes were harvested from September 21 to October 3 and the wine was bottled in May 2019. The 2017 Napanook is made up of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot and was aged in 20% new French oak barrels. Deep purple-black in color, it springs from the glass with vivacious notions of warm black cherries, blackberry compote and crushed black currants with touches of dark chocolate, licorice, fertile loam, underbrush, camphor and cinnamon stick plus a waft of lilacs. Full-bodied with a firm level of grainy tannins and seamless freshness supporting the bold, spicy black fruit layers, it finishes on a lingering perfumed note. With further time, it begins to reveal the mineral signature of the estate, delivering a glimpse at the gravitas to come with 5-7 years in the cellar. 1,400 cases were made. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It dark crimson in color, with a fragrant, rich nose full of blackberries and dark forest fruits. The aroma slowly reveals subtle notes of smoky sandalwood, chocolate, and sweet almonds. The entry on the palate is round, but firm; precise and enveloping. Well-balanced tannins open throughout the evolution, and linger on the finish with cherries, cedar and cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTASTING NOTE \u003cbr\u003eNapanook 2017 offers rosehip, orange zest, warm spice and pomegranate with deep earth notes, silex and a gripping finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINTAGE SUMMARY \u003cbr\u003eA very wet winter and spring, seasonal rainfall was twice the historical average. With soil water reserves full and warm temperatures in May and June, vines grew quickly and luxuriantly. Several significant heat waves were recorded in June, July, August, and September with a record-breaking 112 F on September 1st. Ripening was fast and homogenous. The severe heat wave before harvest induced significant crop loss. To maintain quality, fruit selection was critical and resulted in our smallest vintage since 1996 (our very first vintage). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 89%, Cabernet Franc: 9 %, Petit Verdot: 2% \u003cbr\u003eHarvest Start: September 21 \u003cbr\u003eHarvest End: October 3 (before the fires October 8) \u003cbr\u003eBottling Date: May 2019 \u003cbr\u003ePercent New Barrels: 20% \u003cbr\u003eCases Produced: 1400 \u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: June 2020 \u003cbr\u003eBudbreak: March 31 \u003cbr\u003eBloom: May 18 \u003cbr\u003eVeraison: July 30\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39982374256704,"sku":"RDUS20174142","price":148.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/dominus-estate-napanook-2017-750ml.jpg?v=1760125459"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2005-750ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNow in its prime, the 2005 vintage captures the elegance of a long, cool growing season—Opus One’s longest to date. A deep garnet in the glass, it opens with complex aromas of dried rose, bay leaf, cassis, and forest floor, evolving toward truffle, cedar, and fine spice. The palate is layered and polished, featuring supple tannins, savory olive and blackcurrant, and hints of licorice and dark chocolate. A silky texture and poised structure lead to a long, savory finish. Mature yet vibrant, this vintage still has years ahead of graceful evolution.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 14, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2019-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow yield and clear concentration, at 15 years old we can just start to see some early bottle ageing notes as it relaxes into itself, with dried rose aromatics and gorgouesly tight, bright olives, rosemary, grilled cedar and black pepper. Opens up beautifully in the glass, this has excellent persistency and is a clear success. 1% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 29 days skin contact. Cool temperatures and slow ripening in this year, longest recorded growing season at Opus, with harvest finishing on November 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 29, 2015\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis famous wine, first created by the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild and the late Robert Mondavi, started off life as a very good, but rarely exceptional wine. Over the last ten or more years, the administration at Mouton Rothschild, particularly the team led by Philippe Dhalluin, has truly pushed the level of quality to the point where this is clearly one of the great wines of Napa. And after so many years, it represents the pinnacle of French viticultural knowledge combined with that of California and Napa’s Shangri La-like microclimate. The 2005 Opus One, a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, has a ruby\/purple color and a beautiful, sweet nose of créme de cassis and spring flowers. Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been better, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent and, dare I say, delicious. Given its popularity and brand recognition, it’s nice to know that even at a major steak house you can probably find this wine and be thrilled to buy it and drink it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 16, 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSage, bay leaf, mint, plum, and forest floor on the nose. Full bodied, with a solid core of fruit and a nice chewy finish. Let this rest until 2012.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17++\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 11, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2015-2032\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec. Aged for 18 months in new French oak.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpaque garnet. Worlds apart from the 2018: mature mushroom, sous bois, beef and blackcurrant. Excellent texture: fine but present tannin; formal yet not austere. Still has the core fruit to last.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequent spring rains through the month of May— the wettest May on record— \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003eled to a year of cool temperatures and slow ripening. Counted from the day the grape flowers bloom to the first day of harvest, the ripening period was the longest on record for Opus One’s vineyards. The absence of heat spells from July through October allowed a late harvest that began on September 21st and ended on November 2nd— a full month later than the preceding vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA voluptuous garnet, the 2005 Opus One offers concentrated aromas of blueberry, red roses, white truffle, licorice and nutmeg. A silky entry combines with a moderately soft mid-palate to express supple texture and a fine balance of fruit and acidity. Flavors of cassis, black olives, raspberry and dark chocolate culminate in a long and luscious finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eVarietals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 88%, Merlot 5%, Petit Verdot 3%, Cabernet Franc 3%, and Malbec 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e29 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eBarrel Aging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 months in new French oak\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39983575531584,"sku":"RDUS20054214","price":1168.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Opus-One-2012-74116_done_21da192c-b782-4f1f-ac94-846c520aacbf.jpg?v=1707285844"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2013-750ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA modern classic. The 2013 vintage captures Opus One at its most structured and expressive, earning multiple perfect scores—and deservedly so. Bursting with blackcurrant, blueberry compote, roses, and sweet tobacco, it’s rich and complex yet impeccably balanced. Layers of velvety tannins and vibrant acidity give it both immediate appeal and serious aging potential. Decadent but refined, this wine is a benchmark for what Napa can achieve.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 14, 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe greatest Opus ever. Terrific aromas of crushed black currants, blueberries, and flowers with hints of sweet tobacco. Roses continue to exude opulence and class. Full body, superb balance of ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity. Complex aftertaste of black fruits and citrus fruit. Extremely persistent. So approachable now and enjoyable. But will be even better in 2019 and beyond. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot, 6% petit verdot, 2% malbec. This will always be beautiful to drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 14, 2019\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2042\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 18 days skin contact.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 7% Cabernet Franc 79% Cabernet Sauvignon 2% Malbec 6% Merlot 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 26, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2046\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet colored, the 2013 Opus One needs a little swirling before exploding with preserved black and blue fruits—blueberry compote, blackberry pie and blackcurrant cordial—giving way to notes of unsmoked cigars, new leather, beef drippings and menthol with wafts of roasted rosemary and rose oil. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is both powerful and ethereal, charged with energy and backed up by profound black fruits, supported with plush tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long and beautifully perfumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-hKysef kYcfoa\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuring my recent visit to Opus One, I tasted five vintages of the \"grand vin,\" including a barrel sample of the 2019, which will be published separately in a dedicated report.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eComparing the 2018 vintage with 2019, winemaker Michael Silacci commented, \"There’s a little more richness to 2019. 2018 is elegant, and that's not an excuse for being lighter. I like the intensity of the 2018s—2019 is a bit above it. 2018 was cooler with a little bit more acidity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBoth vintages are a triumph at Opus One and a testament to the subtle changes that Silacci and his team have been conducting in the vineyards and winery over the last 15+ years. Bravo!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 18.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 1, 2016\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2016-2030\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot, 2% Malbec. The product of 18 months in barriques and the same period in bottle before release. Dark crimson. Extremely intense and even savoury on the nose – much less obviously Napa than the multi-vintage Overture tasted immediately beforehand. This has real verve but also wonderfully supple tannins. Heady with an edge of iodine, this is the taste of luxury. (It's not difficult to imagine how much discussion between winemaker Michael Silacci of Opus and Philippe Dhalluin of Mouton went into this.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA very dry and unseasonably warm winter gave the vines an early start on the 2013 vintage. Flowering occurred under near-perfect conditions, which led to excellent fruit set throughout the Oakville estate vineyards and ensured a bountiful harvest \u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003ethough smaller than the previous year. Ideal conditions continued during the summer with moderate temperatures prevailing until harvest began after midnight on September 5th. Despite sporadic stops due to weather events, the relatively compressed harvest was completed on October 8th.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hidden-half opened\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Opus One 2013 offers splendid aromas of blueberry, cassis, and blackberries with highlights of rose, anise and baking spices. A creamy entry gives way to layers of complexity which unfold in the mid-palate with velvety tannins enrobing a center of concentrated black fruit with juicy freshness. Elegantly balanced, the acidity and core structure deliver a persistent finish with hints of dark chocolate. The Opus One 2013 promises enjoyment for decades to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eVarietals\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 79%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Merlot 6%, Petit Verdot 6%, Malbec 2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"h5\"\u003eBarrel Aging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17½ months in new French oak\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39983576940608,"sku":"RDUS20134225","price":850.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Opus-One-2012-74116_done_59f0cc45-9f5d-4d52-9d41-370b168dd11c.jpg?v=1707285866"},{"product_id":"silverado-geo-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2018-750ml","title":"Silverado Geo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2018 GEO from Silverado is a bold yet balanced Cabernet made from grapes grown on the volcanic slopes of Mount George in Napa's Coombsville AVA. It’s packed with dark berry flavors, touches of graphite and herbs, and just the right amount of oak. Rich and full-bodied, but still smooth, it has a nice structure and a fresh, clean finish. Great to enjoy now, but it’ll also age beautifully if you’re patient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 13, 6); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 31, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Geo is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Silverado's Mt. George vineyard and aged 18 months in 43% new oak (more than 80% French). The result is a dark, concentrated effort, with potent aromas of pencil shavings and cassis on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, richer and more expansive than the winery's entry-level bottling, yet it's still not overdone. Instead, it's somewhere between silky and velvety, not overly plush, with a strong spine of acidity and a tart, crisp finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne of the benefits of being based near New York City is that so many wine producers eventually find their way to the Big Apple, allowing me to taste with them without having to fly across the country or around the world. Such was the case recently, when I sat down with Silverado Vineyards' president, Russ Weis, and the vice president, marketing and DTC, Nora Feeley, who brought a small selection of new and aged releases.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those not familiar with Silverado Vineyards, it was established in 1981 by Ron and Diane Miller, along with Diane's mother, Lillian Disney (yes, that Disney), who purchased a property in Stags Leap District previously planted by the See family, of chocolate-producing fame. Over the 40 years of family ownership, the number of vineyards and acreage under vines have increased to six vineyards in five AVAs: Silverado (Stags Leap District), Miller Ranch (Yountville), Mt George (Coombsville), Borreo (Napa Valley), Firetree and Vineburg (both in Carneros).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile the meat-and-potatoes of the operation are the well-made, sculpted Cabernets, Silverado is tinkering with some other varieties. The Borreo Ranch, up toward Soda Canyon, is the source for the winery's commendable Sangiovese Rosa, and a forthcoming debut of Grenache looks promising. There's also an as-yet-unnamed white blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Kerner made in 500-liter barrels of Hungarian oak. In a region that seems to economically demand increased focus on Cabernet Sauvignon, it's refreshing to see some wineries pushing out in other directions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSilveradovineyards.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn ancient volcanic soil defining the western face of Mount George, our vineyard, the oldest in Coombsville, has supported grapes for over a century. The wine from this rigor earth, the embodiment of this historic site and its dark expressive fruit is GEO.\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit was not overripe, but entirely mature: skins, seeds, and pulp. This resulted in a wine that is dark in color, round, and powerful. It has bright berry and herb aromas, a dense mid palate with good structure and a long finish that encapsulates the essence of barrel and delicious blue and red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilverado Vineyards' Mount George vineyard was the first planted to vinifera in the Coombsville AVA. Under the care of pioneering Napa vintner, Henry Hagen, the vineyard known then as Cedar Knolls established its reputation in the 1880's as a source for fine red wines, winning a silver medal at the 1889 Paris International Exposition. Here, the classic Claret varieties thrive on the deep, gravelly downslopes of the ancient volcano whose name the vineyard now bears. In 1987, Silverado Vineyards founders, Ron and Diane Disney Miller, purchased a significant portion of the historic Cedar Knolls site as part of the winery's journey toward its now exclusively estate-grown model. Over the years, their Mount George ranch has proven to be a contributor to Silverado's Estate and Limited Cabernet blends and is the sole origin of the estate's single-vineyard Merlot. As the 20th anniversary of Silverado's first Mount George harvest approached in 2012, the decision was made to make a wine for the occasion. It is called GEO ? Greek for \"Earth\" and short for \"George\" - and it represents the highest expression of single-vineyard Cabernet from this extraordinary place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40204130844736,"sku":"RDUS20185684","price":135.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/silverado-geo-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml.jpg?v=1766491054"},{"product_id":"schrader-cellars-ccs-cabernet-sauvignon-2018-750ml","title":"Schrader Cellars CCS Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe 2018 Schrader CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic expression of Clone 4 from the famed C1 block—powerful, dense, and deeply layered. With its dark fruit intensity, savory depth, and refined oak structure, it walks the line between muscle and elegance. While still youthful, it shows polish now and promises decades of cellar-worthy evolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(153, 9, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 29, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2045\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchrader’s CCS comes from Beckstoffer’s To Kalon vineyard in Oakville, produced from clone 4 grown on the C1 block. It is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 100% new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels for 18 months. Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard rolls effortlessly out of the glass with profound notions of baked plums, boysenberries, blackberry pie and cassis, leading to hints of mocha, tapenade and black truffles. Full-bodied, concentrated and with a rock-solid backbone of grainy tannins, it delivers muscular black fruit and savory flavors, leading to a long, earthy finish. 821 cases were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Jamessuckling.com | JS 97-98\\nPublished: Monday, April 22, 2024\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 12, 5); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 8, 2020\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruity and relatively elegant. Toasted notes, nuts and vanilla, as well as blackberries. The palate is well balanced and velvety with subtle power. Full and flavorful. Finishes a tiny bit short, but should open with time. Drink after 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchradercellars.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bloom-specs-wrapper Rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bloom-notes uk-margin-medium-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“There’s something very special about this wine. The fruit component with the structure with the tannins, it is a pleasure to drink and a pleasure to share.” — Carol Schrader\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINTAGE: 2018\u003cbr\u003eALCOHOL: 14.5%\u003cbr\u003eVINEYARD: Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard\u003cbr\u003eAPPELLATION: Oakville, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVARIETAL: Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eCLONE: Pure Clone 4\u003cbr\u003eCOOPERAGE: Aged 20 months in rare Darnajou French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKER: Thomas Rivers Brown\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eContinuing the legacy of excellence for this benchmark wine, the 2018 Schrader CCS is a stunning example of essential Cabernet Sauvignon power, polished by clonal finesse and terroir. The senses are enraptured by a seamless cavalcade of black and blue fruit compote, late summer bramble berries, white nectarine and jasmine blossoms, cedar, and smoked spices. One of our most popular wines, it continues to fascinate and mesmerize upon release and reward for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40204139921472,"sku":"RDUS20185682","price":636.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/schrader-cellars-ccs-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml.jpg?v=1766497828"},{"product_id":"schrader-old-sparky-cabernet-sauvignon-2021-1500ml","title":"Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2021 Schrader \"Old Sparky\" Cabernet Sauvignon is the kind of wine that turns heads—big, bold, and beautifully made from Napa's legendary To Kalon Vineyard. It’s a top-tier bottle crafted from the best barrels of the vintage, blending power with polish in classic Schrader style. Think rich black fruit, silky tannins, and layers of complexity that only get better with time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 30, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elite wine in the Schrader lineup is a selection of the best barrels from three cabernet clones planted in the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. Ultra ripe in flavor, creamy in texture, with tannins that are soft at first but firm up on the finish. Generous in chocolate, black cherries, blueberries and those broad, melted tannins. Very full-bodied at 15.5% alcohol, but it has inherent acidity for balance. Tasted from a magnum. Drinkable now, but best from 2030.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #9e0039;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: 31 Jan 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA best-barrel selection and blend chosen and made by Thomas Rivers Brown, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard essentially takes the characters of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard bottling and ratchets up the intensity. Raspberries, blackberries and black cherries cascade over a base of deep Oakville loam and dried spices. It's full-bodied, rich, concentrated and almost creamy in texture, finishing lush and long. Bottled in magnum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere have been few changes visible to consumers since Constellation Brands purchased Schrader in 2017. Thomas Rivers Brown has remained as the consultant, much of the grape sourcing has remained constant, and quality, thankfully, hasn't dropped off.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the availability of additional fruit from the Mondavi vineyard holdings—both within To Kalon and outside of it—Brown has had the opportunity to make wine and add bottlings from different blocks. The Mondavi Heritage Clone To Kalon Vineyard is perhaps the most notable success. The Double Diamond wines—there's now a Proprietary Red as well as a Cabernet Sauvignon—provide relatively affordable on-ramps to the Schrader portfolio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Schrader 2021s reviewed here are all excellent examples of their respective sites and the Thomas Rivers Brown style. The vintage character comes through as well, as the wines do show a slightly more concentrated, tannic edge than in many previous years. They should age particularly well. Fans of the wines may want to stock up if possible, as 2022 looks considerably more uneven throughout Napa Valley. When Brown doesn't hesitate in calling 2022 \"the worst non-fire vintage I've seen,\" readers should take notice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 6, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon hails from a tiny vintage crop. A super-expressive nose of blackberry fruit and wild herbs leaps out of the glass with fragrant sandalwood and mocha. Full-bodied, with luscious and succulent black-toned fruits, this red shows satiny, polished tannins framed by a wealth of ironstone mineral notes through an exceptionally long finish nuanced by spicy herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchradercellars.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most coveted bottling in the portfolio, Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from a section of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard that is planted on rich soils containing ancient marine sediment and an alluvial fan that provides excellent mineral deposits. Blended from a selection of only the best barrels from the vintage, the wine is full-bodied with concentrated black and purple fruit balanced with elegant floral and spice notes, fresh acidity, and firm ripe tannins. A wine that is built to age and recommended to cellar for 12-15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: 2021\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Schrader\u003cbr\u003eVineyard: Beckstoffer To Kalon\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Oakville, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVarietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Clones 4, 6 and 337\u003cbr\u003eCooperage: Aged in 100% new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker: Thomas Brown\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40320113541184,"sku":"RDUS20214498","price":1680.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/schrader-cellars-old-sparky-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml.jpg?v=1766497755"},{"product_id":"beaulieu-vineyard-georges-de-latour-reserve-cabernet-2019-750ml","title":"Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Private Reserve 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Georges de Latour is a benchmark Napa Cab—vibrant, expressive, and seriously refined. It bursts with blackcurrant, graphite, and floral notes, backed by layers of earthy spice and subtle mint. With ultra-fine tannins and impressive texture, it’s polished yet powerful. Still youthful and a bit cooler in tone than the 2018, this vintage shows incredible structure and aging potential. A modern classic with real staying power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 3, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWow! The aromas to this are really exceptional, with a tangerine edge to the blackcurrants, graphite, lead pencil, flowers and wet earth. It changes all the time. So expressive and refined. Full-bodied with great intensity and depth of fruit. The ultra-fine tannins display millions of layers. The texture on the palate is superb and lasts for minutes. This is the new 1974 George de Latour, which was a legend. Real Napa Valley red here. Drinkable now, to understand it, but truly great in five to six years and onwards. Benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 5, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragranced and richly fruited on the nose, vivid and vibrant. Smooth yet with crunchy fruit, this makes an immediate impression. Exuberant, racy and fruit forward with a sense of detail and character. I like the soft floral touches, the sweet blackcurrants and red berry elements, the chalky, minty fresh edges as well as some wild thyme and bay leaf herbal notes and a soft dusting of coffee and cocoa powder. Lots of tension still but also richness and concentration. The powdery yet also fleshy texture is so captivating and together with a mouthwatering capacity gives this wine such star power. Elegant and refined with supreme freshness and a real sense of vibrancy. That said, it's more serious than the stunning 2018, less immediately approachable - it feels cooler but with more precision. One to wait for. Amazing styling going on by winemaker Trevor Durling. This has to be one of the best value Napa Valley wines going. Ageing 20 months in French oak (95% new). More Petit Verdot in the blend than usual at 9%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.70%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon 9% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 15, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the quality of the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve Georges de Latour is indeed excellent, what may be even more impressive is that there are more than 12,000 cases of the stuff. Marked by scents of cherries, dusty earth, dried herbs and hints of cedar, it's full-bodied, silky and complex, with a lingering finish. It doesn't require much cellaring, but it should drink well for close to two decades. Nicely done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBeaulieu Vineyard is often overlooked in the stable of wineries owned by Treasury, but the company has roughly 1,100 acres devoted to the brand. One of Napa's grand old wineries, it's now helmed by General Manager\/Senior Winemaker Trevor Durling. Together, we tasted through the latest reds to come out under the classic BV label.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBvwines.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt our state-of-the-art winery, dedicated exclusively to the crafting of the Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, a portion of the wine is fermented in new French oak barrels which provides early integration and enhances the dense, rich texture. The balance of the must is fermented in stainless steel and concrete tanks which preserves the freshness of the fruit. Following judicious extended skin contact, the wine was pressed and returned to barrels for malolactic fermentation and aging. A small amount of Petit Verdot and Malbec were blended with the Cabernet Sauvignon to further enhance the wine’s aroma and flavor profile. We work very closely with our barrel producers, being highly selective in the limited number of cooperages we use, as well as ensuring the style and consistency of the barrel is exactly right and an appropriate match to the style we’re aiming for when crafting our Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. 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A bright, coastal-style Napa Sauvignon perfect for warm days or fresh pairings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 90\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 18, 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA dusty nose with fresh lemons, sliced apples, white flowers and crushed stones. Medium-bodied and a little oily with ripe stone fruit and creamy texture on the centre palate. Sleek finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 3, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed under screw cap, the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Miller Ranch features prominent scents of struck flint immediately upon opening, but those slowly give way to notes of boxwood, pineapple, fig and citrus. It's a medium-bodied, easy-drinking and refreshing wine—perfect for a hot summer day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSilveradovineyards.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate offers a succulent texture with citrus and melon flavors leading to a crisp, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPPELLATION: Yountville, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVARIETAL: Sauvignon Blanc\u003cbr\u003eCOOPERAGE: 95% Stainless Steel, 5% in neutral French oak for 4 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeritage\u003cbr\u003eMiller Ranch Vineyard is south of Yountville, nestled between the Napa River and Hopper Creek. The property was originally a wedding gift to David and Sarah Dunlap from Sarah’s Father, and was first planted to vine in the 1870s. The Miller family purchased the land and restored the vineyards for the Silverado estate in 1976.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoils \u0026amp; Climate\u003cbr\u003eYolo Loam and Clear Lake Clay Drained soils are silty, cool and deep — perfect for aromatic white wines. Open to the south, the vineyard enjoys the benefit of bay breezes and fog which contributes to the wine’s green citrus and melon notes and bright minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Notes\u003cbr\u003eThe winter of 2021-2022 had minimal rainfall, adding to drought conditions in Napa County and the North Coast region. With mild winter and spring temperatures, budbreak was earlier than average. Summer was warm and dry, with above average temperatures in August and September, leading to an early and condensed harvest. The warm weather resulted in ripe fruit flavors and an early harvest. The white grape harvest was completed on September 12th.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003eOur 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a bright and lively wine with aromas of gooseberry, lime, white peach and tropical fruits. 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This bravery echoes The Prisoner Wine Company (TPWC)’s fearless thinking: \"Blended for taste. Unrestricted by tradition. Shatter boundaries.” Notoriously renowned for their rule-breaking blends and provocative label designs, TPWC is recognised by both fans and critics as one of boldest and most innovative wine brands, leading the resurgence of California luxury red blends\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eExclusively designed for this collaboration, this special edition features a very unique version of The Prisoner label – peeling off the iconic Francisco Goya painting reveals the glorious Warrior of Light underneath.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prisoner was created and inspired by the drinkable “mixed blacks” first made by the Italian immigrants who originally settled in the Napa Valley. In 2003 The Prisoner was launched and soon became the most recognized innovative and unique Napa Valley Red Wine blend, leading the resurgence of blends by incorporating Zinfandel with the unlikely “mix” of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Charbono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold aromas of black cherry and plum are heightened by hints of oak and Madagascar vanilla. A soft and velvety palate of anise, dark cocoa powder and roasted sage lead into a dense finish with luscious tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheprisonerwinecompany.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prisoner Red Blend was inspired by the wines first made by the Italian immigrants who originally settled in Napa Valley. The Prisoner is now the most recognized red blend, leading the resurgence of interesting blends by incorporating Zinfandel with the unlikely mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Charbono. Bright aromas of ripe raspberry, vanilla, and coconut give way to flavors of fresh and dried blackberry, pomegranate, and vanilla, which linger harmoniously for a smooth and luscious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Our Vineyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you outgrow winemaking tradition, you must forge your own path. And we did. The Prisoner exists because of the collaboration with our growers, many of which have been with us since the very beginning—from the Solari Family Vineyard in Calistoga, where old school sensibilities meet new techniques, to the Korte Ranch in St. Helena, a vineyard whose diligence outlasted the Prohibition and has sustained four generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABV 15.2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppellation California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging A combination of French and American oak barrels, 30% new\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Charbono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: \u003cspan\u003eChef Brett recommends pairing The Prisoner Red Blend with Kalbi Short Ribs or Chicken Mole Tostada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40354388967488,"sku":"RDUS20214502","price":119.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/prisoner-red-blend-final-fantasy-xiv-limited-edition-wine-label-2021-750ml.jpg?v=1765792300"},{"product_id":"silverado-solo-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2019-750ml","title":"Silverado Solo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrafted from heritage Cabernet clones on Silverado’s Stags Leap estate vineyard, SOLO 2019 is a sleek, perfumed expression of place. Expect wild blueberries, violets, and bay leaf on the nose, with juicy blackberry and dark cherry liqueur on the palate. Finely powdered tannins and a graphite-mineral core give it that unmistakable Stags Leap grip. There's spice, structure, and polish—everything you'd want in a serious Napa Cab, with just the right balance of elegance and power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 13, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2023-2036\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Jon Emmerich knows exactly what to do with the heritage clones of Cabernet that make up this stunner. It's got all the bells and whistles of a classic Napa Cabernet, with rich aromas of dark berry fruit, elegant dried herb flourishes and pretty purple floral notes. There's a lot of upfront drinking pleasure in this vintage, with very juicy blackberry, plum and blueberry nuances. Dashes of clove, cinnamon, cardamom and intense fine-grained tannins lead to a savoury-spiced finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 15, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the estate's Stags Leap vineyard, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Solo is exquisitely perfumed, with lavender florals joining ripe cherries and red raspberries on the nose. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, the wine is framed by silky tannins and taut acids, finishing long and crisp. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 5, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright wine, showing currants and berries with violets and other flowers. Medium-bodied with integrated tannins and an orange-peel and berry aftertaste. Shows brightness and length. Drink in 2025 and onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSilveradovineyards.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of crushed wild blueberries and vanilla, boysenberry, and herbal nuances of tobacco and bay leaf. Full-bodied with a focused core of fresh berries and tart cherries intertwined with rich dark cherry liquor flavors. 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It shows a vibrant mix of red and dark fruits—think cranberries, raspberries, and blackcurrants—layered with delicate floral notes like violets and cherry blossoms. There’s a subtle spice and a touch of earthiness, with silky, finely grained tannins that give it a smooth yet structured feel. Light on its feet but with real depth, this one captures the refined spirit of early Opus vintages and promises great aging potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside Bordeaux \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIB 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 20, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classical vintage that perfectly suits the Opus style. Gorgeous vivid plum colour, sculpted, balanced, with a ton of lift, waves of rose petals, iris and peony, soft grilled cumin, sage and white pepper spice. Love the hidden power here and the supple slightly chalky tannins that are structured in their architecture with a precision and carved quality. Precise, layered and stretched out, a brilliant Opus, concentrated and yet delicate. Feels pared back and captures the spirit of early Opus, when it moved forward the conversation of what Napa could be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 27, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn enticing aroma of violets, cherry blossoms, fresh blue and black fruit and great structure define this beautiful, age-worthy wine. Subtle layering of fruit and oak spices between firm, fine-grained and supportive tannins gives it a calm intensity. So elegant and polished. Hints of cinnamon and graphite accent blackcurrant and blueberry flavors that linger and grow in a long finish. 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The wine is deep, layered, and intense, with fine tannins and bright acidity. Its exuberant style and balance make it compelling, with notes of plum, licorice, and cherries. A long finish and good aging potential.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: What makes a wine collectible\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2020-2050 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA brooding bouquet of cassis, wild berries, pencil shavings and exotic spice is followed by a deep, layered and intense wine, framed by fine tannins and bright acidity. There is a vibrancy and energy to this wine that makes it particularly compelling, no doubt partly thanks to the long, cool growing season, but also in keeping with all the work Dominus has been doing in their vineyards to balance the vines and prevent sun burn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 14, 2014\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh and floral with berry, light cedar and chocolate character. Full body with a dense center palate and gorgeous berry, chocolate and hazelnut. Long finish. One of the best Napanooks ever. Second wine of Dominus. 98% cabernet sauvignon and 2% petit verdot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 92\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Oct 31, 2013\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2013-2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2010 Napanook (98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Petit Verdot) reveals a pungent, spicy, earthy, slightly herbal nose, and an exuberant mouthfeel with lots of plum, licorice, red and black currants and a hint of sweet cherries. The wine is slightly more in-your-face and aggressive than most Napanooks, but I enjoyed its exuberant style. Drink this beautiful 2010 over the next 12-15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking at the harvest dates for the 2009 through 2012 Napanook and Dominus reveals that none of these were early, very warm years, such as 2013 is promising to be in northern California. For example, in 2009 the harvest took place between October 5 and 12; 2010 between October 4 and 23; 2011 between October 15 and 24; and 2012 between October 9 and 21. Production has remained steady because the estate crop-thins as much as 50% of the harvest to ensure bunch regularity, even ripening and reasonable yields. The second wine, Napanook, tends to come in around 3,000 cases per year, and Dominus around 5,000 cases per year. I was joking with Christian Moueix when I visited the winery and I told him I am one of the geezers old enough to remember his first vintage of 1983, which was tasted at the Rombauer Cellars until he moved to what appears to be an old bank building in downtown St. Helena, after which they constructed a spectacular winery in Yountville that resembles an extension of their historic terroir. Another great vintage, the 2012s have slightly lower alcohols than the 2009s and 2010s, which surprised me given the exuberant nature of this vintage and its boisterous fruit and glycerin. I was shocked to realize that 2013 will mark over thirty vintages for Christian Moueix and Dominus, not to mention my visits each year. How time flies! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It dark crimson in color, with a fragrant, rich nose full of blackberries and dark forest fruits. The aroma slowly reveals subtle notes of smoky sandalwood, chocolate, and sweet almonds. The entry on the palate is round, but firm; precise and enveloping. Well-balanced tannins open throughout the evolution, and linger on the finish with cherries, cedar and cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet oral notes and mesquite emerge in the 2010 Napanook. Generous yet restrained, the wine shows minerality and notes of dried herbs followed by caramelized orange peel, bing cherry and exotic spice avors. e nish is long and balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINTAGE SUMMARY \u003cbr\u003eThe 2010 season began with a cool and wet spring, resulting in a late bud break, flowering and veraison. Summer was also cool but a record-breaking heat wave (107°F) marked the end of August. e heat of late summer and early fall resulted in an extraordinary concentration of tannins and color. While the high temperatures dramatically reduced yields for Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the Cabernet Sauvignon thrived in the late season warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 98%, Petit Verdot: 2%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest Start: October 4\u003cbr\u003eHarvest End: October 23\u003cbr\u003eBottling Date: July 2012\u003cbr\u003ePercent New Barrels: 20%\u003cbr\u003eCases Produced: 2600\u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: May 2013\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40398065795136,"sku":"RDUS20104138","price":188.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/napanook-napa-valley-2010-750ml.jpg?v=1769167814"},{"product_id":"jordan-alexander-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2018-750ml","title":"Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2018 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley is a classic example of balanced, elegant California Cabernet. With a core of rich black cherry and blackberry flavors, it’s layered with notes of vanilla, tobacco, and subtle spice from French oak aging. Smooth tannins and a long, polished finish make it great to enjoy now with some decanting or cellar for several more years. True to Jordan’s style, it’s a refined wine that pairs beautifully with food and showcases the best of Sonoma terroir.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 2, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2046\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue for release in 2022, this is winemaker Rob Davis’s curtain call after 43 years at Jordan. And what a vintage to go out on – one of the finest in northern California in the past 30 years. Leading with 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in one-third new French oak, it shows cinnamon-dusted cherry and blackberry, redcurrants, tobacco leaf find elegant cedar flourishes. The palate teems with energy and drive, where tight-knit, fine-grained tannins support a deeply juicy core of concentrated black fruit underscored by crushed-stone minerality, through the long, savoury, spiced finish. 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It is this delicate balance—all done by taste—that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJordanwinery.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModeled after a First Growth Bordeaux, Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has remained one of Sonoma's best Cabernet Sauvignons for four decades with an unwavering commitment to food-friendly wines of balance and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEvery vintage of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with a focus on striking a perfect balance between beautiful fruit, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is this delicate balance all done by taste that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan's Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle. Renowned for its consistency of quality vintage after vintage, Jordan has remained one of the top Cabernet Sauvignon brands on the best restaurant wine lists for decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe diversity of the collection of crus' estate vineyard blocks that have more clay-rich soils like the Right Bank of Bordeaux and family grower parcels on mid-slope, well-drained Sonoma County vineyards with mineral-rich, gravelly soils reminiscent of Bordeaux's Left Bank gives this new world Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon a complexity found only in the top first growths of the world.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40408288985152,"sku":"RDUS20185685","price":105.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Jordan-Alexander-Valley-Cabenet-Sauvignon.jpg?v=1706758352"},{"product_id":"othello-by-dominus-estate-napa-valley-2016-750ml","title":"Othello by Dominus Estate Napa Valley 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrafted from the historic Napanook vineyard in Yountville, California, Othello 2016 is a vibrant and approachable Bordeaux blend. Expressing the depth of its exceptional terroir, it offers notes of lively blue plum, pomegranate, and rose petal, supported by a round structure and a refined, delicate finish. Sustainably dry-farmed and minimally handled, this wine is a pure, youthful expression of Napa Valley heritage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDominusestate.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLively blue plum, pomegranate, rose petal, round structure and delicate finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from the historic Napanook vineyard in Yountville, California, Othello is a wine that expresses the singularity of its exceptional terroir and is accessible and enjoyable in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bordeaux blend, the wine is forthcoming with lovely aromas of red fruit, round, silky tannins and an abounding brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was at the famed Napanook vineyard that Christian Moueix established Dominus Estate in 1983. An historical site, it was the source of fruit for some of the finest Napa Valley wines in the 1940's and 1950's. Notably, the vineyard's history can be traced back to Napa Valley's beginnings, when in 1838 George Yount, for whom the town of Yountville was named, first planted grapevines there. Today, the vineyard produces three wines: Dominus, its flagship, Napanook, and Othello.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA model for its sustainable farming practices, the Napanook vineyard has been hailed for its dry-farming, which shuns watering the vines, thus spurring them to draw deeply on the land?s unique geology. Meticulous viticultural and winemaking practices are undertaken with the objective of producing wines that are pure, balanced and complex. Minimal intervention and restraint throughout the process of grape berry selection, fermentation and aging preserve the character of the fruit. The resulting wines are an expression of this unique vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppellation: Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eDirector: Julia Levitan\u003cbr\u003eTechnical director: Tod Mostero\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVineyard size: 42 hectares (103 acres)\u003cbr\u003eSoil types: Gravelly and clay loam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVineyard grape varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003eViticulture: Dry-farming (no irrigation), Soil tillage (French plow), Vine growth management adapted to the climatic conditions\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Manual harvest: sunny side of the vines picked a few days before the shady side Manual and optical sorting\u003cbr\u003eWinemaking: Gentle pump-overs and extraction\u003cbr\u003eAging: In French oak barrels\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40411312357440,"sku":"RDUS20164491","price":99.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/othello-by-dominus-750ml.jpg?v=1755088364"},{"product_id":"opus-one-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2019-375ml","title":"Opus One Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 Opus One is a real showstopper with its vibrant and pure fruit profile. Think rich blackcurrants, dark cherries, and fresh floral notes like violets and roses. It’s full-bodied but balanced, with silky tannins and a juicy, lively freshness that keeps things exciting. There’s also a subtle earthiness and hints of spice that add complexity without overpowering the fruit. Smooth and elegant, it’s built to age beautifully, so it’s worth waiting a few years before cracking it open.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 97-99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 18, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2058\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. This year, with the 2019s, he was still tweaking the blend, but he did mention that this is \"pretty close to the final blend.\" Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Opus One leaps from the glass with notes of Black Forest cake, Morello cherries, mulberries and fresh blackcurrants plus hints of licorice, wilted roses, Sichuan pepper and iron ore. Full-bodied, the palate is jam-packed with juicy black, blue and red fruits, framed by velvety tannins and background freshness, finishing on a compelling earthy\/mineral note. Tasted as a barrel sample, this is a truly magnificent Opus One in the making! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 28, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Flower stems as well. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Wonderful fruit. Graceful. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Try after 2028.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePublished: Jul 5, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntensely perfumed on the nose, rose petals, violets, deeply scented and seductive. Rich yet expansive on the palate, very open with dark chocolate, cherries, fragrant blackcurrant - sweet and scented, with satin-like tannins that effortlessly support the flavours. There is real drive and persistency to this, fresh, youthful and alive with a vibrant juiciness that is so appealing. No one element is too dominant, this feels harmonious and balanced with an excellent tangy acidity and long minty, herbal finish with edges of tobacco and dark chocolate. A classic Opus with breadth, finesse and energy. Grapes were harvested 10 days earlier than average, on 10th September with harvest lasting four weeks. 6% Cabernet Franc and 2% Malbec complete the blend. Ageing 19 months in new French oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon 8% Merlot 6% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jul 6, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2035\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasted blind. Mid, slightly dull crimson with a fairly pale rim. Slightly simple Cabernet aromas with some oak traces left but then it opened up into a pretty smart wine with Cabernet in ascendant. There\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003es just a slight greenness on the not-especially-persistent, sweetish finish. I thought this might be Pontet Canet but would have guessed this was Opus if I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ed read my previous tasting note about the strong cassis aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe Opus One 2019 has intense aromas of black plum, blueberry, black currant, and dried rose petals, accentuated by mineral undertones. The creamy, satiny texture is framed by fine-grained tannins. The freshness and soft glow of acidity create a subtle tension with dark fruit flavors, savory herbs, espresso, and cocoa. 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It’s full-bodied but still elegant and balanced — a great example of Howell Mountain’s mountain-grown Cab. Ready to enjoy now but built to age nicely too.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #9e0039;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother exceptional wine from this vineyard on Howell Mountain, Outpost's 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon True Vineyard features floral notes, crushed stone, cassis, blueberries and a hint of mocha as well. It's also full-bodied, rich and concentrated yet amazingly plush, silky and long on the finish. In a few words, it's complex yet harmonious, powerful yet elegant, and those seemingly oxymoronic juxtapositions often define great wine to this taster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-fcyAHI hpPVPA\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe vineyards that now compose Outpost have a long history. During my November 2023 visit to Napa, I had the opportunity to meet Frank Dotzler, the previous owner of Outpost (he sold to AXA Millesimes in 2018 but has stayed on as part of the agreement) and learn some of the backstory.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA tech-industry guy infatuated with wine, Dotzler first started looking for Napa land in 1997. He connected with Phillips and Harris Land Brokers, who shepherded him through the process. \"[Jean Phillips (then owner of Screaming Eagle) and Ren Harris (Paradigm)] kind of took me under their wing—I'm not really sure why, a guy from Chicago—and took me around to hundreds of properties,\" said Dotzler. \"They also helped me go around and taste lots of clonal wines.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn 1998, Dotzler purchased an undeveloped 20-acre property on Howell Mountain that would become the True Vineyard. The parts of the property that were suitable for planting were ripped up in 2000—even dynamited in some places to remove rock. The first vines weren't in the ground until 2002. In the process of developing that vineyard, it became clear that another land parcel would be needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorking with Phillips and Harris, Dotzler got a call about the Outpost property on a Wednesday and was on a plane from Chicago the next morning. The property had been redeveloped in the 1970s by the Lamborn family and then again in the late 1990s by Terry and Julie Pringle, who originated the Outpost name. Located just a quarter mile from the True Vineyard, it was a natural fit, and Dotzler purchased Outpost in 2003. Thomas Rivers Brown (TRB) has been the winemaker for Outpost, since he worked with the grapes as an assistant to Ehren Jordan at Turley Wine Cellars, and Outpost was TRB's first client when he struck out on his own. Dotzler sold Outpost to AXA Millesimes in 2018, but the affiliation with TRB continues. Dotzler is also partners with TRB in Mending Wall.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrue Vineyard, Dotzler's original property, is bottled separately, both as a straight Cabernet Sauvignon and as a co-fermented blend that includes Cabernet Franc and Merlot. According to TRB, the core of the Cabernet Sauvignon True Vineyard is always the first three blocks, each planted to different clonal selections. One is sourced from Ren Harris at Paradigm, the See clone. Another is sourced from Jean Phillips at Screaming Eagle, referred to by TRB as the P clone (thought to be clone 7 or Bosché). And a third, is sourced from Paul Frank at Gemstone, the Jenkins clone (said to be a suitcase clone from Château Lafite-Rothschild). TRB maintains that this clonal diversity is the basis for the True Vineyard's complexity. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 13, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo plush and creamy yet so muscular and sinewy at the same time. Opulent aromas of baked blueberries, dark chocolate and blackcurrants lead to a palate laced with powder-fine tannins, stony iron-like flavors and a deep well of black fruit in the center. Quite polished, almost silky in the finish, but showing the strength of the seamless tannins. Drinkable now and best from 2030.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(145, 9, 3);\"\u003eD 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 06, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe True Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from Outpost is made from 100% Cabernet grown in their high-elevation estate vineyard on Howell Mountain. Aged 19 months in 90% new French oak barrels and bottled unfined and unfiltered. It is almost impossible to put the glass down as waves of blue fruit aromatics and kirsch entice on the nose, giving way to black pepper, cedar wood and sage. Seamless layers of blue, black, and red fruit meld together as interconnected beams of powerful mountain-made tannins build until meandering streams of lacy acidity revive the palate and make way for a rush of spicy mountain garrigue and volcanic-like mineral tension—a profound wine with just the right amount of seduction to warrant early drinking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.90%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Jun 27, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll from the True vineyard at 1,800 ft. 19 months in French oak (90% new). 676 cases.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuch more mellow than Immigrant or Outpost. Dense and rich, even though it’s all Cabernet Sauvignon. Lots of tannin but riper fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutpostwines.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cabernet Sauvignon comes entirely from our True Vineyard located at 1,800 feet in elevation. Wines are neither fined or filtered allowing for the full expression of the vintages' potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Another perfect wine from this team is the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon True Vineyard, a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from a site on Howell Mountain. Revealing a deep purple hue as well as incredible purity in its cassis, violets, graphite, and minty herb-like aromatics, this massive, full-bodied wine hits that palate with a dense, opulent mouthfeel, tones of velvety tannins, and impeccable overall balance.\" - Jeb Dunnuck, 100 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage\u003cbr\u003e2021 is another extraordinary vintage for this region. Coming from a warm, incredibly dry growing season, the wines nevertheless hold onto a beautiful sense of freshness and purity while being concentrated, rich, and structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Informations\u003cbr\u003eBlend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eAgeing: 19 months in 90% new French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eProduction: 676 cases\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker: Thomas Rivers-Brown\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40430942552128,"sku":"RDUS20214510","price":520.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/Outpost_True_Vineyard_Cabernet_Sauvignon-2021-750ml.jpg?v=1753874398"},{"product_id":"outpost-cabernet-sauvignon-2021-750ml","title":"Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2021 Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon from Howell Mountain is big and bold, loaded with rich black fruit like blueberries and cassis, along with hints of tobacco, graphite, and mocha. It’s full-bodied with firm but polished tannins and a long, velvety finish. Made from the best vineyard blocks at high elevation, it’s built to age but already delicious now. A classic mountain Cab with depth and elegance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 13, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA massive, bold and concentrated wine that pairs high-impact black fruit flavors with equally high-impact tannins. So full-bodied, firm in texture, deep in fruit and built for further aging. Dried blueberries, blackberries, hints of graphite, tobacco and toast. Opulent enough to drink now, but best from 2031.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #9e0039;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink: 2025-2045\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutpost's 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a beauty, even it doesn't show quite the majestic complexity of the True Vineyard. It still offers up evocative scents of crushed stone, cassis, blackberry and blueberry. It's packed, concentrated and full-bodied in the mouth, ripe—almost creamy in texture across the mid-palate—then rich and velvety on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe vineyards that now compose Outpost have a long history. During my November 2023 visit to Napa, I had the opportunity to meet Frank Dotzler, the previous owner of Outpost (he sold to AXA Millesimes in 2018 but has stayed on as part of the agreement) and learn some of the backstory.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA tech-industry guy infatuated with wine, Dotzler first started looking for Napa land in 1997. He connected with Phillips and Harris Land Brokers, who shepherded him through the process. \"[Jean Phillips (then owner of Screaming Eagle) and Ren Harris (Paradigm)] kind of took me under their wing—I'm not really sure why, a guy from Chicago—and took me around to hundreds of properties,\" said Dotzler. \"They also helped me go around and taste lots of clonal wines.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn 1998, Dotzler purchased an undeveloped 20-acre property on Howell Mountain that would become the True Vineyard. The parts of the property that were suitable for planting were ripped up in 2000—even dynamited in some places to remove rock. The first vines weren't in the ground until 2002. In the process of developing that vineyard, it became clear that another land parcel would be needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorking with Phillips and Harris, Dotzler got a call about the Outpost property on a Wednesday and was on a plane from Chicago the next morning. The property had been redeveloped in the 1970s by the Lamborn family and then again in the late 1990s by Terry and Julie Pringle, who originated the Outpost name. Located just a quarter mile from the True Vineyard, it was a natural fit, and Dotzler purchased Outpost in 2003. Thomas Rivers Brown (TRB) has been the winemaker for Outpost, since he worked with the grapes as an assistant to Ehren Jordan at Turley Wine Cellars, and Outpost was TRB's first client when he struck out on his own. Dotzler sold Outpost to AXA Millesimes in 2018, but the affiliation with TRB continues. Dotzler is also partners with TRB in Mending Wall.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrue Vineyard, Dotzler's original property, is bottled separately, both as a straight Cabernet Sauvignon and as a co-fermented blend that includes Cabernet Franc and Merlot. According to TRB, the core of the Cabernet Sauvignon True Vineyard is always the first three blocks, each planted to different clonal selections. One is sourced from Ren Harris at Paradigm, the See clone. Another is sourced from Jean Phillips at Screaming Eagle, referred to by TRB as the P clone (thought to be clone 7 or Bosché). And a third, is sourced from Paul Frank at Gemstone, the Jenkins clone (said to be a suitcase clone from Château Lafite-Rothschild). TRB maintains that this clonal diversity is the basis for the True Vineyard's complexity.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eD 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePublished: Mar 6, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutpost's Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is a selection of their best vineyard blocks, planted up to 670 meters in elevation, all fermented separately and spending 18 months in 85% new French oak. It's a classic Howell Mountain Cabernet expression, leading with mountain-grown blueberry, violets, sage and bay laurel. Those all enjoy repeat performances on the palate, which is layered with rum-raisin notes and long beams of burly tannins that resolve in a rush of mocha spices and salty minerals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.80%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17++\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 27, 2024\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon from their best vineyard blocks between 1,800 and 2,200 ft, each fermented separately. 18 months in French oak (85% new). 1,140 cases.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackish crimson. Firm, leathery tannins and glossy fruit. Still very youthful with the tannins and fruit not yet married but a serious, dry finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutpostwines.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Estate Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the very best vineyard blocks located between 1,800 and 2,200 feet in elevation. Grapes from each block within the vineyard are fermented separately so that our winemaking team can be very selective about the lots that comprise the final blend. Wines are neither fined or filtered allowing for the full expression of the vintages' potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\"Cassis, plums, violets, iron, and spicy red fruit berries all emerge from the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate, a full-bodied, seamless, nicely textured, and balanced Howell Mountain Cabernet. 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Silverado’s Cabernet Sauvignon brings together dark cherry, plum, sweet spice, and a touch of toasted oak for a rich, balanced wine with depth and elegance. Sourced from historic estate vineyards, including Mt. George and Silverado, this wine captures the heart of Napa Valley in every glass—velvety, structured, and built to age, yet ready to enjoy now.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 5, 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of dark cherries, blueberries, bark and sweet spices, such as cinnamon. Medium-to full-bodied with fine-grained tannins. Balanced and velvety with a rich core of fruit. Supple, juicy finish. Drink or hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilveradovineyards.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1981, Ron and Dian Miller established Silverado Vineyards to make wine from the historic vineyards of their estate. Napa pioneers first planted these ranches to vines between 18965 and 1895. Each vineyard played an important role in establishing the reputation of its appellation: Carneros, Coomsville, Yountville and Stags Leap District. The beautiful fruit from these vineyards is the exclusive source of Silverado Vineyards' Estate and Single Vineyard wines - the Miller family's highest expression of the Napa Valley they love and admire. Generations of the Miller family hope you enjoy our Cabernet Sauvignon for many more years to come. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePerfectly ripe cherry and plum flavors and hints of apricot and toasted oak lead to a long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPPELLATION: Napa Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVARIETAL: Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOOPERAGE: Aged 17 months in oak, 42% new oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeritage\u003cbr\u003eMT. GEORGE VINEYARD – Located east of Napa, Mt. George Vineyard is the site of one of the first grape plantings in the valley in the 19th century. Mt. George produces wines with intense fruit flavors, dark color, palate density, and classic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSILVERADO VINEYARD – Silverado Vineyard is home to the namesake winery. 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The palate is lush and vibrant, featuring layers of ripe raspberry, boysenberry, pomegranate, and a touch of vanilla. Silky tannins and a long, smooth finish complete this powerful yet polished wine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheprisonerwinecompany.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Prisoner was inspired by the mixed blacks first made by the Italian immigrants who originally settled in Napa Valley. The Prisoner is now the most recognized Napa Valley red blend, leading the resurgence of interesting blends by incorporating Zinfandel with the unlikely mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Charbono. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures enticing aromas of Bing cherry, dark chocolate, clove, and roasted fig. 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With sky-high scores across the board—Wine Spectator gave it a near-perfect 98—this vintage brings deep black fruit, exotic florals, sleek tannins, and that signature To Kalon structure. It’s plush and powerful now, but has all the bones to age beautifully for decades.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWS 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo packed and dense with blackberry, black currant, and boysenberry compote flavors that this seems like a black hole, but there's coiled energy buried deeply within in the form of tensile graphite girders. 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Drink now through 2050. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 6, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSchrader Cellars' 2021 RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from select blocks planted in the mid-1990s to Cabernet Clone 337. This savoury-scented red shows a super-dark ruby core, with wafts of black-toned fruits nuanced by black liquorice, dried purple florals and rich, dark, toasty cedarwood spices. Full-bodied, it has an almost towering structure and dimension to the tannins, which present like sleek skyscrapers and build in intensity. The black fruit character is compact with excellent depth and concentration, and a firm spine of acidity delivers a refreshing, long and mineral-scented finish.\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 94+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 31, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink: 2015-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll clone 337, selected from a few vineyard blocks and aged in 100% new Taransaud and Darnajou barrels, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard shows a bit more structure than previous vintages, framed by ripe, fine-grained tannins. Cherries, mint and gentle sage notes show up on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is a bit stern but balanced, with a long, cooling finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-ccdLe fIsIUx\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere have been few changes visible to consumers since Constellation Brands purchased Schrader in 2017. Thomas Rivers Brown has remained as the consultant, much of the grape sourcing has remained constant, and quality, thankfully, hasn't dropped off.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the availability of additional fruit from the Mondavi vineyard holdings—both within To Kalon and outside of it—Brown has had the opportunity to make wine and add bottlings from different blocks. The Mondavi Heritage Clone To Kalon Vineyard is perhaps the most notable success. The Double Diamond wines—there's now a Proprietary Red as well as a Cabernet Sauvignon—provide relatively affordable on-ramps to the Schrader portfolio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Schrader 2021s reviewed here are all excellent examples of their respective sites and the Thomas Rivers Brown style. The vintage character comes through as well, as the wines do show a slightly more concentrated, tannic edge than in many previous years. They should age particularly well. Fans of the wines may want to stock up if possible, as 2022 looks considerably more uneven throughout Napa Valley. When Brown doesn't hesitate in calling 2022 \"the worst non-fire vintage I've seen,\" readers should take notice. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-ccdLe fIsIUx\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchradercellars.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-ccdLe fIsIUx\"\u003eOur Beckstoffer To Kalon RBS is produced from 100% Clone 337 Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from blocks of the vineyard that receive full sun and optimal heat during the day and are cooled by marine fog at night. Unfailingly red-fruited and plush yet balanced with savory notes of roasted coffee and supple silky tannins. The most generous wine in our portfolio, RBS tends to be more approachable upon release than our other bottlings.\u003cbr\u003eVintage\u003cbr\u003e2021\u003cbr\u003eVineyard\u003cbr\u003eBeckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard\u003cbr\u003eAppellation\u003cbr\u003eOakville, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVarietal\u003cbr\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eClone\u003cbr\u003ePure Clone 337\u003cbr\u003eCooperage\u003cbr\u003eAged in 100% new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker\u003cbr\u003eThomas Rivers Brown\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40461480755264,"sku":"RDUS20214500","price":636.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/schrader-cellars-rbs-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml.jpg?v=1766497430"},{"product_id":"caymus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-50th-anniversary-2022-750ml","title":"Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 50th Anniversary 2022 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Caymus 50th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon celebrates 50 years of winemaking in Napa Valley, highlighting the key elements of Caymus' distinctive style. With healthy vines, low crop yield, minimal irrigation, and high ripeness levels, the wine is rich and round on the palate. Its tannins are textural yet non-bitter, with subtle French oak influence that doesn't overwhelm. The acidity provides balance without being tart, allowing the wine's delicious essence to shine through effortlessly. This vintage is a true expression of the renowned Caymus style.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaymus.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special anniversary vintage celebrates 50 years of making Cabernet in Napa Valley. It results from happy soils, healthy vines, low crop yield, low to no irrigation, and harvest at high ripeness levels – all key ingredients of the Caymus style. The wine is rich and round on the palate, with textural tannins that are non-bitter. Evidence of French oak, but not overplayed. Acidity for balance, but not tart. There are no hurdles to enjoying the delicious essence of this wine, which exhibits an expression of the style for which Caymus is known.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting notes:\u003cbr\u003eThis is a wine that celebrates all of the team plus our extraordinary growers. It is a result of happy soils, healthy vines, low crop yield, low to no irrigation, harvest at high ripeness levels - these are the key ingredients of the Caymus style. This vintage especially exhibits an expression of the style which Caymus is known for and I feel is a singular as our approach to making it. Rich and round on the palate, with tannins expressed in a textural manner that are non-bitter. Evidence of French oak, but no overplayed. Acidity enough for balance, but not tart to the palate. The Caymus style allows the consumer to face no hurdles in tasting and enjoying the delicious essence of the wine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40534702587968,"sku":"RDUS20220004","price":175.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/files\/caymus-cabernet-sauvignon-50th-anniversary-2022-750ml.jpg?v=1755251900"},{"product_id":"jordan-alexander-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2019-750ml","title":"Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThe 2019 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon delivers classic Sonoma elegance with vibrant aromas of black cherry, cassis, and hints of graphite and violet. On the palate, juicy blueberries, blackberry, and boysenberry mingle with silky tannins and subtle French oak spice, creating a balanced, smooth wine that’s ready to enjoy now with some decanting—or cellar for up to 20 years. Perfect alongside roasted lamb, chicken, or even earthy vegetarian dishes, this vintage highlights Jordan’s signature blend of power and grace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 94\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 19, 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003ePlush and savory, this wine is beginning to show tertiary aromas of dried herbs, flower petals, earth, fresh mint and juicy cherries. Although the fruit is beginning to cede to savory notes, it is still fresh, lively and delicious, with silky tannins. Tasted from a magnum. Drink or hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 94\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 13, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2021-2046\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWonderful aromatic intensity with notes of cassis, cacao and anise that jump out of the glass upon the first sniff. Some rosemary and thyme also show up at the end. With a silky, juice-like texture, black and red fruits explode on the palate upon first sip and softened by Earl Grey tea on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.80%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBody: Full\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Malbec 8% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWE 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: \u003cspan\u003eApr, 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent concentration and a classic flavor profile of black cherries, black olives and toasted oak give good reasons to buy and enjoy this Sonoma County icon. Firmly structured with fine-grained tannins and equally generous in black fruits, the wine is well-balanced and trim in body. Best from 2026–2036.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVivino | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVivino 4.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery vintage of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with a focus on striking a perfect balance between beautiful fruit, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is this delicate balance—all done by taste—that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJordanwinery.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModeled after a First Growth Bordeaux, Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has remained one of Sonoma's best Cabernet Sauvignons for four decades with an unwavering commitment to food-friendly wines of balance and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEvery vintage of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted with a focus on striking a perfect balance between beautiful fruit, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is this delicate balance all done by taste that allows for the gradual, graceful evolution of Jordan's Cabernet Sauvignon in bottle. Renowned for its consistency of quality vintage after vintage, Jordan has remained one of the top Cabernet Sauvignon brands on the best restaurant wine lists for decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe diversity of the collection of crus' estate vineyard blocks that have more clay-rich soils like the Right Bank of Bordeaux and family grower parcels on mid-slope, well-drained Sonoma County vineyards with mineral-rich, gravelly soils reminiscent of Bordeaux's Left Bank gives this new world Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon a complexity found only in the top first growths of the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2019 Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eThe 2019 vintage hits all the right notes. The palate is inviting and well-balanced, exuding flavors of blueberries, cassis and blackberry, making this a vintage that will age for years to come. 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The silky palate carries ripe stone fruit, creamy lime curd, and a touch of flinty minerality, all wrapped in elegant oak. A seamless blend of fruit from Coombsville and other cool southern Napa sites, it’s graceful now and built to evolve beautifully with time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJames Suckling | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 9, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Dec 20, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure aromas of lemon confit, poached Asian pears, pastry and lanolin. The palate is medium-bodied with focused acidity and a creamy texture, giving notes of lime curd, orange blossoms, yellow apples and flint. Very well constructed and polished. 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Also lovely alongside goat cheese empanadas or a fresh spring salad – elegant, versatile, and endlessly satisfying.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarniente.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA marriage of fruit from our cooler, bay-influenced vineyards in southern Napa Valley, this classically crafted Chardonnay brings fragrant citrus blossom aromatics, rich fruit flavors and a silky finish to every occasion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichly aromatic with notes of white fig, and citrus blossom, this captivating Chardonnay slowly builds on the palate, progressing from silky notes of honeydew, nectarine and lemon zest to a full finish supported by elegant, toasted oak. Crisp minerality and juicy acidity lift and support the generous fruit and provide the framework for graceful aging. This wine will continue to gain richness and complexity in the bottle and glass. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFar Niente Chardonnay is a blend of superlative Napa Valley vineyards located in Coombsville, a cool growing region nestled in the rolling countryside and protected by the hills east of the city of Napa. Coombsville offers the characteristic climate of Carneros, with less wind, along with deeper, well-drained gravelly loam and volcanic ash soils. 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Hints of bay leaf and sage add a savory lift, making this wine as intriguing as it is inviting—perfectly straddling indulgence and complexity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheprisonerwinecompany.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eThe dark and silky appearance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eof the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eérangé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Blend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eis inviting, and the nose, featuring bramble fruit, dark cherry, and graham cracker, suggests a rich and nuanced aromatic experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}' class=\"EOP SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW45327091 BCX0\"\u003eOn the palate, the soft, juicy tannins paired with flavors of vanilla, toasty oak, and black sweet fruit paint a picture of complexity and depth. The hints of cassis and plum skin add layers of richness, while the herbal notes of bay leaf and sage provide a refreshing and sophisticated touch. 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The 2019 vintage is striking in its restraint, balancing the vintage’s natural power with elegance and finesse. Aromatics of red cherry, raspberry, and crushed mineral unfold into layers of tobacco, cassis, plum reduction, and baking spices. Silky yet structured, the palate offers medium to full body with velvety tannins, black tea grip, and vibrant acidity, leading to a savory, mocha-tinged finish. A wine of purity and quiet radiance, built for aging but already captivating in its youth.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 12, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very elegant wine from the Dominus team that contrasts with most wines from this generally opulent vintage. Opens with red fruit, raspberries and cherries, laced with mineral and savory notes before darker fruit, tobacco, blackcurrant and rich earth flavors fill the palate. Very silky tannins, a medium body and a sense of refreshment with good acidity. Composed of cabernet sauvignon with touches of cabernet franc and petit verdot. A super well-balanced wine that’s tempting to drink now, but best from 2029.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: May 7, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrink: 2024-2040\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2019 Ulysses Cabernet is bright, starting with red-fruited aromatics, rich brown baking spice notes, a hint of agave, and then revealing notes of candied blue fruits and dusty minerals. Full-bodied and richly layered, with more succulent black-toned fruit, the palate packs emerging tannins with a black tea-like quality that builds in its grip and intensity. The wine is lengthy and spicy, with a structural grip and a hint of mocha on the finish. A small portion of Petite Verdot and Cabernet Franc are blended with the Cabernet Sauvignon from Christian Moueix's terrific Oakville site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Natural Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 5% Cabernet Franc 90% Cabernet Sauvignon 5% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWS 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 15, 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rich, slow-moving style, with waves of cassis, plum reduction and Black Forest cake laced with licorice root and espresso crema along the way. The finish delivers heavy glossy toast notes, which should be soaked up in due time. This should unwind nicely with cellaring. Best from 2024 through 2038. 1,200 cases made.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(148, 3, 3);\"\u003eJR 17++\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Apr 7, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2026-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeavy rains in winter and spring totalled 51 inches (cf the 31 inches average). Temperatures see-sawed until June when the first of many heatwaves occurred. Picked 26 September to 11 October. 1,200 cases produced and released only in March 2023.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight to mid crimson. Less extraction? Still very youthful with only a suggestion of tea leaves on the nose but very winning smooth texture on the palate. Still quite a bit of tannin on the palate. Put this away! Pretty juicy fruit though under the tannin. This may be quite a star eventually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUlyssesvineyard.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team’s intention is to produce a wine reflecting the exceptional potential and individuality of the Ulysses Vineyard. Our approach is minimalist, with attentive observation and restrained intervention. Harvested at perfect ripeness and with the utmost care, the grapes undergo both cluster and berry selection before a gentle vinification and aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine, estate bottled, calls to mind “authenticity, purity and radiance.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUlysses is a distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. 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A high-elevation stunner built to age—decant now or cellar with confidence.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 96\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Nov 1, 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classic mountain cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrants, crushed berries, and black earth. Full-bodied. Tannins that are completely integrated. Pine needle. Very typical cabernet character. Long finish. 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Full-bodied, concentrated and rich, with a long, dusty, tannic (but ripe) finish, try it in four or five years and drink it over the following two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-hKysef kYcfoa\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOwned since 2018 by AXA\/Millesimes, Outpost continues to source grapes for these wines from Howell Mountain, although the company has added more vineyards—nearby Henry Ranch (undergoing redevelopment) and the Platt Vineyard in Sonoma. Thomas Rivers Brown remains the winemaker, and he poured these for me during our tasting session at Mending Wall. A tiny quantity of the wines makes it into distribution, but the best way to ensure getting some is via the mailing list, as most of these are already sold out. 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Full-bodied, concentrated and rich, with a plush texture that combines the best qualities of velvet and high-fat cream, it displays an awesome sense of balance, as it completely saturates the palate, yet it does so without any heaviness, then lingers elegantly on the lengthy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOwned since 2018 by AXA\/Millesimes, Outpost continues to source grapes for these wines from Howell Mountain, although the company has added more vineyards—nearby Henry Ranch (undergoing redevelopment) and the Platt Vineyard in Sonoma. Thomas Rivers Brown remains the winemaker, and he poured these for me during our tasting session at Mending Wall. A tiny quantity of the wines makes it into distribution, but the best way to ensure getting some is via the mailing list, as most of these are already sold out. 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Overture’s third blending aspect – that of marrying multiple vintages – yields a softer, rounder expression than Opus One estate that can be enjoyed upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpusonewinery.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegance and Complexity\u003cbr\u003eSince 1993, Overture has been an expression of place across time. In keeping with an internal desire to underscore the importance of the growing season, Opus One has taken the necessary steps for Overture to become a vintage-dated wine. In doing so, Opus One intends to emphasize the diversity of our estate with a renewed focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is harvested and vinified with the same care, precision, and attention to detail as Opus One. Unique aromatics, flavors, and textures are recognized as ideal for Overture — more red fruit, herbal characteristics, soft tannins, and creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 2021 -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverture 2021, the first vintage-dated bottling of the second wine of Opus One, offers fresh aromas of plum, blackberry, and cherry enhanced by alluring notes of dried rose petal, forest floor, and earthy minerality. Juicy and bright on the palate with distinctive flavors of black currant, blueberry, and fraises du bois; the wine delivers a velvety texture with powdery tannins. 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Bold in its dark berry aroma and laced with hints of cardamom and fall spices, its finish has persistent notes of chocolate and rich coffee bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheprisonerwinecompany.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaldo doesn't fit in, but that doesn't matter. When you're from 'here and there' (that's what Saldo means in Latin), you don't need to form to one, single place. That?s the funny thing about expectations they're made to be broken. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark ruby color with bold aromas of black licorice, black pepper, cherry, and baking spice. The entry is rich, full, and scintillating. The palate is mouthwatering and smooth with a hint of chocolate. 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The 2022 vintage opens with vibrant black cherry, cassis, and pomegranate, layered with cedar, tobacco, cocoa, and hints of fresh herbs. Plush and full-bodied yet beautifully balanced, it offers silky tannins, lively acidity, and a long, spiced finish. With critical acclaim and wide availability, this wine delivers both power and finesse—enjoy now or cellar for a decade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 94\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished:\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eJul 2, 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, lifted, black and red fruits with aromas of dark cherries, damson plums, cedar box and fresh herbs. The full-bodied palate has a supple, rounded mouthfeel and softly integrated tannins. 91% cabernet sauvignon with smatterings of the other main Bordeaux varieties. Lively and approachable yet plush with plenty of years ahead. Drink or hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 7, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 93\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 28, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025-2034\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautifully composed wine. It offers precise Bing cherry and blackberry fruit layered with spiced plum aromatics, tobacco, sage, and a fragrant ironstone mineral character. The palate is plush and juicy, with satiny tannins and a sweetly spiced finish. It was aged for 16 months in 48% new oak (50% French, 50% American) and 52% used French and American oak barrels before bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.50%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr\u003eOak: Oaked\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: 2% Cabernet Franc 91% Cabernet Sauvignon 4% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan\u003e| \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Feb 27, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink : 2025-2035\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Joseph Phelps 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is dominated by fruit from Yountville and Suscol; only 21% of the blend is from growers, as there's a push toward estate fruit. 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The 2019 CCS bursts with blackberry, boysenberry, and blueberry compote, layered with violets, graphite, truffle, and sweet spice. Full-bodied and opulent yet impeccably balanced, its silky tannins and lifted structure create a wine of both power and grace. Exceptionally cellar-worthy, it captures the depth and precision of Oakville’s finest terroir.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(153, 9, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eD 99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jun 13, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2050\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the C1 Block of Beckstoffer To Kalon, winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown has worked with these Clone 4 Cabernet vines since 2005. This is a block bottling like many of the Schrader wines. Lush, generous fruit but with structure – all the elements amplified but on equal proportions. Explosive nose of rich black fruits, black olive, dried wild herbs and baking spices. Incredibly textural with pixelated three-dimensional tannins finishing with pops of dried tobacco and purple-red florals. A joy to drink but among the most collectable and cellar worthy wines of the vintage. The 'CCS' on the label refers to the initials of proprietor Carol Colesworthy Schrader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The Wine Advocate | RP 98\\nPublished: Nov 30, 2018\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(153, 9, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 98\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 15, 2022\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2022-2040\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from Block C1 (planted to Clone 4), the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, like all the other Schrader wines, matured in 100% new French oak from Darnajou and Taransaud. Hugely concentrated black cherries are joined by dried spices, slightly peppery notes and cedar on the nose, while the palate is full-bodied and plush yet firm at its core. 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