Over 200 people descended on Napa Valley’s Meritage Resort & Spa to celebrate Cabernet Sauvignon. The event, earmarked to benefit the Somm Foundation raised over $25,000.
There were dinners, tastings and events galore over the three days celebrating Cabernet Sauvignon. One sold out event featured a Retrospective of Cabernet Sauvignon With Master Sommeliers Jay Fletcher, and Thomas Price. The session featured three iconic Cabernets from three very different terroir and vintages. Another highlight featured fourth generation vintner of Catena Zapata, Laura Catena MD. The session highlighted the rich differences of 5, 10 and 15 years in Cabernet. The wine featured, 1996, 2006, 2016 Freemark Abbey, Cabernet, Sycamore Vineyard, Napa. 2005, 2012, 2016 Joseph Phelps, Cabernet, Backus Vineyard, Oakville. 2006, 2011, 2016 Nicolas Catena Zapata Bordeaux Blend, Argentina.
A nod to the Judgement of Paris, celebrated the icons of both Napa Valley and Bordeaux at the Legends of Bordeaux and Napa. Wines showcased, Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley. Cardinale, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley. 2013 Joseph Phelps, Insignia, Napa Valley. 2018 Diamond Creek, Gravelly Meadow, Napa Valley. 2007 Chappellet Cabernet Sauvignon Pritchard Hill, Napa Valley. 2003 Château Cos d’Estournel, St-Estèphe, France. 2012 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Paulliac, France. 2017 Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Léognan, France. 2017 Château Léoville Poyferré, St-Julien, France. 2017 Chateau Rauzan-Segla, Margaux, Bordeaux, France.
The signature culmination of the stars were featured under the umbrellas between the Vista Collina and Meritage Hotel and Resorts at the Grand Tasting. Standouts including Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, ZD Wines and Chateau Montelena shared their prize-winning 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon and the 2013 vintages.
Judging by the success of this year’s event mark your calendars for the 2022 event which will be the Chardonnay Classic. For more information: https://cabernetclassic.com/event-details/
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Dark, brooding with a side of magnificent freshness.
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Fried Chicken you ask? Yes! Pairs perfectly with your Napa Valley Sparkling and #Champagne.The best in Napa Valley. Make sure and call ahead, they often sell out.
Hours are 8am-2pm
Breakfast served all day and an expanded lunch menu.
With over 30 years of sustainability under their belt, Domaine Carneros has a big headstart in the way of sustainability. They built the first significant solar installation, recognized as the largest in the world at the time. Far beyond complacent, Domaine Carneros continues to push the limits and try new techniques and strategies to improve their abilities.
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An incredible indulgence and the ultimate experience.
It’s in my neighborhood. Two miles away door to door. Why do I find myself returning again and again? Because this is one of the most stunning destinations in Carneros and Napa Valley. Stunning in both taste and views.
The skies, the ultimate blue, the vineyard hills throughout the landscape. It’s a breathtaking pinch yourself situation no matter how often you visit.
The team is so welcoming and the sparkling wine is world class and made sustainably. If you’re ready to step up your sparkling wine game this is where you need to be.
The wines tasted:
2016 Estate Brut Cuvée (late disgorge) ripe pear, white flowers, creamy, beautiful structure.
2019 Brut Rosé Pinot Noir & Chardonnay, incredible well poised, citrus, red berries, almonds and floral notes
2015 Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs Tête de Cuvée The dream. A signature must taste from the most prized blocks of Chardonnay. Evocative of citrus curd, pie crust, a nuance of ginger and tart lemon. I could drink this all day every day!
2017 Ultra Brut Tropical fruit, lime, lemon zest, crisp, lovely palate and exquisite finish.
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Classic, Select, and Golden Reserve
Served with potato chips, toast points, and Cowgirl Creamery crème fraîche.
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