2023 Davies "Napa Valley" Cabernet (1 X 750ML)

The Davies family, proprietors of Schramsberg Vineyards and the J. Davies Estate in Napa Valley, presents its twelfth vintage of Davies Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Expanding on knowledge gained through the production of the J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon wines from their Diamond Mountain property, this bottling represents an outstanding range of sites across the Napa Valley. Each vineyard is intentionally farmed to produce low yields, resulting in vivid, concentrated flavors. The finished wine exhibits vibrant fruitful flavors, a rich texture, and firm tannic structure, allowing for enjoyment now as well as extended aging.

The Napa Valley was Californias first AVA, or American Viticultural Area, recognized by the U.S. government in 1981. Though just 30 miles long and a few miles wide, Napa Valley is one of the most geologically diverse wine regions in the world. Home to various microclimates, elevations, and soils, it has a dry Mediterranean climate which is ideal for producing consistent wines from vintage to vintage. This wine is crafted from grapes sourced from the Mayacamas Mountains and the Vaca Range, including the sub-appellations of Diamond Mountain, Howell Mountain, Spring Mountain, and Atlas Peak, as well as from the valley floor, which includes the appellations of Napa Carneros, Coombsville, Oakville, St. Helena, and Calistoga. The general climate provides near-perfect fruit development conditions during the peak growing season with little rainfall, warm days, and cool nights.

The 2023 Napa Valley vintage is being hailed as one of the best in recent memory. After multiple years of drought, we finally had generous winter rainfall followed by a long, mild growing season. The cooler summer allowed for extended hang time and a much later-than-usual harvest. Higher than average yields resulted in vibrant, fresh, and elegant wines.

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Tasting notes

Our 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley offers aromas of ripe raspberry, cocoa, and black pepper, complemented by hints of sagebrush and warm vanilla spice. The palate is juicy on entry, with ripe density and a more supple finish.(Consulting Winemaker Celia Welch)- Winemakers JP Pierce, Jessica Koga, Sean Thompson, Hugh Davies

Reviews

95 Points
The Davies Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a sure bet. Rich and bold, it shows saturated black fruit character with fine sandalwood, baking spice, and new cedarwood, all perfectly wrapped into a medium- to full-bodied red. Graceful tannins frame plump, juicy fruit, while savoury mineral tones and a touch of cocoa linger on the finish.- Decanter, March 2026
92 Points
Aromas of black currants, cassis, dark cherries, cedar, graphite, dried herbs and spices. The palate is full-bodied, showing ripe dark fruit supported by firm tannins and balanced acidity, with a structured and focused finish.- James Suckling, February 2026
92 Points
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley incorporates fruit from nine of the region's sub-AVAs in a blend that includes 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec and 2% each Merlot and Petit Verdot. After 22 months in 55% new French oak, it has emerged with vaguely herbal nuances, plus plenty of ripe cherries, dusty loam and dried spices. It's medium- to full-bodied, creamy-supple and easy to drink-not as structured as the Diamond Mountain stuff from Davies-but still not overly soft. This superb value should drink well for a decade or so and be reasonably easy to find, with 2,450 cases produced.- Wine Advocate, May 2026

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