Eisele Vineyard 'Altagracia' Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, USA 2023

"Altagracia" Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a beautifully balanced expression of Napa Valley Cabernet from the historic Eisele Vineyard estate in Calistoga. Named in honor of the family's matriarch, Altagracia showcases the elegance and precision that have made Eisele one of Napa's most revered properties. Sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards surrounding the estate, the 2023 vintage offers vibrant aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, red plum, violets, graphite, cedar, and baking spice. The palate is polished and energetic, with silky tannins, bright acidity, and layers of dark fruit framed by savory mineral notes and exceptional purity. While approachable in its youth, Altagracia possesses the structure and finesse to evolve beautifully over the next decade, making it an outstanding introduction to one of Napa Valley's iconic estates.

"Gorgeous red and black fruits, leather, dried flowers, and Asian spice all emerge from the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Altagracia, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Petit Verdot from estate fruit sourced from the surrounding, more hillside and volcanic parcels of the estate. Aged 21 months in 78% new oak with 22% used Austrian and French foudres, it's remarkably pure and medium to full-bodied, with ripe, velvety tannins and a great finish. It doesn't have the same elegance as the Grand Vin, yet it's still a brilliant wine in its own right that will unquestionably evolve for upwards of two decades." Jeb Dunnuck 95