{"product_id":"clos-du-val-cabernet-sauvignon-estate-napa-valley-2021-750ml","title":"Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Napa Valley 2023 750ml","description":"\u003ch5\u003eClos du Val · Estate Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley 2023\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1972, Clos du Val says its winemaking is guided by family and a close connection to the land. Its 2023 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a Napa Valley bottling; Wine Advocate lists a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaker describes blackberry, mulberry, cassis and violet on the nose, followed by cranberry, red plum, cherry and lavender. Supple tannins, balanced acidity and a long, smooth finish round it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fresh and vibrant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is brimming with aromas of blackberry, mulberry, cassis, and violet. On the palate, bright flavors of cranberry, red plum, cherry, and lavender are intertwined with supple tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling · 94 Points · 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefined and earth-driven, showing tightly wound black-fruit aromas with underlying notes of graphite, bitter chocolate and cured meats. The palate is focused and pure with finely tuned tannins and a generous yet precise palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast · 94 Points · 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpressive with the potential to age, this Cabernet captures the inky dark fruits, dark chocolate, and cascade of fresh herbs so classic to the cuvée, with the intensity and lengthy structure of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinous · 92 Points · 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a fabulous entry-level offering in this range. Bright, aromatic and punchy, the 2023 is seriously beautiful from start to finish. Rose petal, spice and new leather meld into a core of dark red\/purplish fruit. There's a good bit of tannin, making this a pretty serious appellation wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker’s Wine Advocate · 91 Points · 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA super value in ready-to-drink Napa Cab, Clos du Val's 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is actually a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Black cherries dominate the nose, joined by hints of cassis and tobacco leaf, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is firm without being hard or edgy and finishes long and silky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator · 90 Points · 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is fresh and juicy, with a slightly understated style to its black cherry and blackberry compote flavors, all laced with light singed alder and savory hints and then dusted with a cocoa note on the finish. Drink now through 2033.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Clos du Val\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine: Estate Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppellation: Napa Valley, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend (Wine Advocate): 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered dark fruit, fine tannins and a long finish make this a classic Napa Valley Cabernet for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46968678940955,"sku":"025412","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/cmc7cbetv2tclcoccost.jpg?v=1788454034","url":"https:\/\/67wino.shop\/products\/clos-du-val-cabernet-sauvignon-estate-napa-valley-2021-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}