Cornerstone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Calistoga Napa Valley 2017

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Cornerstone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Calistoga Napa Valley 2017
Region
Callornia
Appellation
Napa Valley
Blend
Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc and tiny amount of Petit Verdot
Winemaker
Kari Auringer

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Full-bodied, powerful, structured frame

Aromas & flavors: Blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate, dried earth, baking spices, cedar

Tannins & finish: Firm tannins, lingering spice, mineral edge

Pairings: Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, braised short ribs, venison with berry reduction, aged cheddar, earthy mushroom risotto

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: cornerstonecellars.com, napawineproject.com, blogs.gangofpour.com

Wine Enthusiast92 pts

This wine benefits from the addition of 9% Oakville Cabernet Franc and tiny smidgens of Merlot and Petit Verdot. Together, they boost a thicket of rich red fruit, earthy dried herb and concentrated intensity—the tannins fine-grained and well integrated.

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Last Bottle Price$22
Listed Retail$95
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Wine Spectator · Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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2017 VintageExcellent
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Early heat and wildfires; most challenging recent vintage; smoke taint concerns in some wines

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