Pope Valley Winery Proprietary Blend Faultline Napa Valley 2023

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Pope Valley Winery Proprietary Blend Faultline Napa Valley 2023
Region
California
Appellation
Napa Valley
Blend
80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Petit Verdot, 5% Petite Sirah
Winemaker
David Eakle & Diana Eakle Hawkins with consulting winemaker Jean Hoefliger
Alcohol
14.7%

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Full-bodied, plush palate, concentrated flavors

Aromas & flavors: Blackberry, black currant, chocolate, vanilla, herbs, menthol

Tannins & finish: Fine tannins, long, savory finish

Pairings: Grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, aged cheddar, venison stew, rosemary lamb chops

Tasting notes are for this wine, but from the 2022 vintage.

Sources: premierenapavalley.com, popevalleywinery.orderport.net, internationalwinereport.com

James Suckling93 pts

“Deeply brooding aromas of blackberries, currants, mulberries, violets, bitter chocolate and licorice. The palate is full-bodied, showing firmly framed tannins, bright acidity and a long, plush finish. Robust but generous. Drink or hold.”

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Last Bottle Price$25
Listed Retail$98
Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle)$98
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Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
94-97
2023 VintageExceptional
NYR

One of the longest growing seasons in a decade; wet winter, dry cool steady season; wines show freshness, purity, elegance

95+90-9485-89<85
Best
20232021201920182016201420132012
Avoid
2022200320001998
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