Penrose Hill 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California

Description

One could argue that the quintessential California wine is Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa’s rolling hills and deep valleys. After all, it is what put California wine on the world’s stage during the Judgment of Paris in 1976. This vintage recently earned a 98 point score and “Best of Class” designation from the 2021 Sunset International Wine Competition, where it was also awarded a Double Gold Medal! The region experiences drastic diurnal temperature shifts — hot, sunny days quickly turn into foggy and cool evenings. This type of climate allows berries to fully ripen while also creating an opportunity for natural acidity and tannins to develop slowly during the growing season. The fruit was chosen from multiple parcels, all hailing from different parts of the Napa valley with unique soils in each location. This resulted in many unique and individual flavor profiles, all of which were aged separately until the last blending to give our winemakers full control over the final bottle. Deep in color and full-bodied, this wine features dark fruit flavors and beautiful earthy notes that complement grippy tannins. Sure to be a dinner favorite! Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.