Elegant 2013 Napa Cabernet with classical restraint, dark fruits and mineral precision. Compelling balance and ageing potential through the next decade.
This 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon from Merryvale's Starmont vineyard presents the classical architecture of Napa Valley's finest expressions, built upon a foundation of ripe blackcurrant and dark cherry with understated mineral precision. The Bordeaux blend, complemented by Merlot, Petit Syrah and Malbec, achieves remarkable balance at 13.5 per cent alcohol, suggesting careful site management and measured ripening. The wine demonstrates the restraint and elegance characteristic of cooler Napa microclimates, with sufficient structure to accompany serious gastronomy well into the coming decade. Serve alongside grilled lamb or braised beef short ribs to fully appreciate its harmonious integration of fruit, tannin and acidity.
This 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon from Merryvale's Starmont vineyard presents the classical architecture of Napa Valley's finest expressions, built upon a foundation of ripe blackcurrant and dark cherry with understated mineral precision. The Bordeaux blend, complemented by Merlot, Petit Syrah and Malbec, achieves remarkable balance at 13.5 per cent alcohol, suggesting careful site management and measured ripening. The wine demonstrates the restraint and elegance characteristic of cooler Napa microclimates, with sufficient structure to accompany serious gastronomy well into the coming decade. Serve alongside grilled lamb or braised beef short ribs to fully appreciate its harmonious integration of fruit, tannin and acidity.
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Data sheet
Alcohol content
13.5
Origin
USA
Vintage
2013
Region
Napa Valley
Grape variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Malbec
Merlot
Petit-Syrah
Closure
Naturkorken
Importer
Weingarten Eden GmbH & Co. KG Rottalstr. 18 94086 Bad Griesbach i.Rottal
Producer
Merryvale Vineyards 1000 Hauptstraße St. Helena CA 94574 USA
Serving temperature
16-18 °C
Body
4
Tannin
4
Acidity
3
Sweetness
1
Fruit
4
Characteristics
Napa Valley, Bordeaux Blend, Age-Worthy, Structured