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Smith-Madrone 'Estate' Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, California 2021
Regular price
$74.00
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
Usually ready in 1 hour
Smith-Madrone Vineyards, located on Spring Mountain in Napa Valley, was founded by brothers Stuart and Charles Smith in 1971. The estate is known for producing wines that reflect the rugged mountain terroir, with a focus on sustainable farming and dry-farming techniques.
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Winemakers: Stuart Smith and Charles Smith
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Farming: Dry-farmed, sustainably grown, non-till estate vineyards
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Variety: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
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Terroir: Steep mountain vineyards with gravelly clay-loam soils, offering excellent drainage and minerality
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Vinification: Fermented with natural yeasts and aged for 18 months in French oak (55% new)
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Aging: 18 months in 55% new French oak barrels
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Tasting Note: Aromas of cassis, blackberry, and cedar, with underlying notes of tobacco and graphite. The palate is structured with firm tannins, offering dark berry fruit, spice, and a long, savory finish
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Scores: 92 points (Wine Enthusiast), 93 points (International Wine Review)
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Pairing Suggestions:
- Grilled steak
- Lamb chops
- Aged cheeses
Regular price
$74.00
Smith-Madrone Vineyards, located on Spring Mountain in Napa Valley, was founded by brothers Stuart and Charles Smith in 1971. The estate is known for producing wines that reflect the rugged mountain terroir, with a focus on sustainable farming and dry-farming techniques.
-
Winemakers: Stuart Smith and Charles Smith
-
Farming: Dry-farmed, sustainably grown, non-till estate vineyards
-
Variety: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
-
Terroir: Steep mountain vineyards with gravelly clay-loam soils, offering excellent drainage and minerality
-
Vinification: Fermented with natural yeasts and aged for 18 months in French oak (55% new)
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Aging: 18 months in 55% new French oak barrels
-
Tasting Note: Aromas of cassis, blackberry, and cedar, with underlying notes of tobacco and graphite. The palate is structured with firm tannins, offering dark berry fruit, spice, and a long, savory finish
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Scores: 92 points (Wine Enthusiast), 93 points (International Wine Review)
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Pairing Suggestions:
- Grilled steak
- Lamb chops
- Aged cheeses