ACCESS: Napa Native Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Swirl. Sip. Swoon. The 2021 Napa Native Cab Sauv bursts with vibrant elegance!! The stats: three days cold-soaked, 22 months in French oak, and minimal racking. The nose dazzles with wild blackberry, ripe plum, and cherry, layered with crushed florals, mocha meets leather notes all wrapped up in the cloak of oak: cedar, cigar box, and spice.
Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District—aka the “Goldilocks” zone—is perfectly balanced: not too hot, not too cold. Thanks to San Pablo Bay’s cooling breeze and the alluvial Dry Creek soils, it’s a vine growing paradise. Spanning nearly 8,300 acres, Oak Knoll is one of Napa’s most planted vineyard hotspots. The wine? Balanced perfection. Not the heat-fueled blockbusters of Rutherford or Stag’s Leap, nor the lean, cool-climate styles that can dampen expression. These gems hit the sweet spot—Goldilocks would be proud.
The 2021 Napa Native Cabernet Sauvignon shines bright. Built to age like a legend and proudly carrying the Oak Knoll banner, it translates well at just 150 cases of 100% pure Cabernet Sauvignon.
The perfect pairing: fire up a dry-aged ribeye, seared to perfection to unlock the concentrated synergy. This Cab’s structured tannins and dark fruit core will wrap perfectly around the fat to protein ratio for a full-on flavor-play.
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For those of you who want to geek out on the nerdy details:
- Vineyard: Jackson Family Vineyards
- Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Clone & Rootstock: 337 on 110R
- Fermentation: 22 months on new French Oak
- Production: 150 Cases
The 2021 Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterpiece of vibrancy and elegance, brought to life through three day cold soaking, 24 months of patient aging in French oak, and minimal racking to preserve its purest character. The nose is captivating, opening with lush aromas of wild blackberry, ripe plum, and red currant, intricately layered with hints of crushed violets, dark cocoa, and a whisper of fine leather. Touches of cedar, cigar box, and exotic spice lend an air of sophistication.
On the palate, this wine is a luxurious symphony of textures and flavors, revealing a perfect balance between opulence and freshness. Ripe black fruits envelop the senses, punctuated by silky tannins and a vibrant, mouthwatering acidity that lends finesse to each sip. French oak aging bestows refined notes of toasted vanilla, espresso, and a touch of roasted hazelnut, adding depth without overwhelming the purity of the fruit. The finish is enduring and seamless, with elegant mineral undertones and a lingering whisper of black tea and savory herbs.
A radiant and age-worthy wine, this 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon embodies the essence of Oak Knoll with an exquisite, playful charm that elevates each glass to a luxurious experience.
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