Napanook Red Wine 2023
Napanook is made solely from grapes grown at the historic Napanook Vineyard in Yountville, Napa Valley. The wine is blended from blocks in the vineyard that were carefully selected for their lively fruit, soft tannins and early maturing characteristics. Silken, vibrant, earthy, layered, cacao, zest, pomegranate.
Wine Spectator
- ws94
Pure and nicely defined, with a lilting core of cassis, cherry and plum notes that stream through, keeping touches of tobacco, ink and warm paving stone tucked in the background. The fresh finish is nicely knit, with a subtle iron twang at the very end. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027 through 2038. 3,500 cases made.
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd92
Deep purple-hued and the second wine of this reference point domaine, the 2023 Napanook offers classic currants, leafy tobacco, graphite, and underbrush notes in a medium-bodied, very pretty, pure, elegant, and graceful style. Based on 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot and aged 20 months in 20% new French oak, it has ripe and polished tannins, perfectly integrated acidity, and a great finish. This classic, classy Cabernet will keep for 10-15 years. Drink 2025-2040.