Rich, generous and full-bodied, Lapis Luna Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a fruit-forward Lodi Cabernet that delivers impressive depth at an approachable price. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot, the wine combines juicy black fruit with sweet oak and baking spices, finishing with smooth, succulent tannins.

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Established in 1999, Lapis Luna translates to “stone” and “moon”. Over the past 20 years, we have been on a journey to produce exceptional wines from incredible California vineyards. Our wines deliver fresh and vibrant fruit, balanced with lively acidity and good structure, creating true-to-varietal expressions that can be enjoyed every night of the week.

This rich, satisfying, full-bodied wine, offers an inviting combination of juicy black fruit with sweet oak and baking spices. Fragrant aromas and flavors deliver black cherry, and brambly blackberry, hemmed by notes of caramel, vanilla and toasted spices.

Winemaking Note: The 2022 growing season began with ideal weather conditions through early summer, until an extended heat event beginning in late August accelerated the harvest and reduced yields for some varieties. The reduced crop size helped to produce wines of great concentration, color, and complexity. 

Label Art: 400-year-old copperplate engravings

Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep crimson red.
Nose: Dark chocolate, ripe black cherry and blackberry combine with hints of roasted coffee, vanilla and baking spice.
Palate: Rich and full-textured, with concentrated black fruit, juicy blackberry and ripe cherry supported by sweet oak and a velvety mouthfeel.
Finish: Long and satisfying, with succulent tannins, toasted spice, coffee and dark-fruit flavours lingering on the finish.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14.0% ABV
Closure: Not confirmed
Vintage: 2022
Grape Varieties: 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot
Vinification: Grapes gently destemmed and crushed, then inoculated and fermented with twice-daily pump-overs; fermentation temperatures peaked around 90°F
Maceration: 12–28 days
Oak: 70% French oak, 30% American oak
Ageing: 10 months in oak
Producer: Lapis Luna Wines
Vineyard: Lodi, California
Appellation: Lodi AVA
Country: USA

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 20–30 minutes recommended.
Food Pairing: Excellent with grilled steak, barbecue ribs, roast lamb, burgers, charcuterie, hearty pasta and mature cheeses.