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Benchland Select

2023 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The Cakebread Cellars Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon from the exceptional 2023 vintage showcases the profound allure of Napa Valley, a region celebrated for its world-class wines. This captivating red presents a medium-bodied composition that perfectly balances richness and elegance. With lively acidity that dances on the palate, the wine reveals an array of prominent fruit flavors, including luscious dark berries and hints of plum, elevating the tasting experience. The tannins are firm yet approachable, providing a delightful structure that complements the wine's overall profile. This Cabernet is dry, making it incredibly food-friendly, and it pairs beautifully with grilled meats and hearty dishes, allowing its vibrant character to shine. Each sip of this outstanding offering encapsulates the distinctive terroir of Napa Valley, delivering a wine that is both approachable and sophisticated.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Region:


Napa Valley
Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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