2021 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
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Juicy blackcurrant fruit with oak smoke giving complexity. Fine-grained tannin that is approachable now, and while the fruit is savoury it has the ripeness that makes this drinkable now. (RH)
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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Soft around the edges and firm in the middle, this red- and black-fruited wine has a creaminess on the palate, delivering a mix of red cherries, blackberries and blueberries wrapped in moderate tannins. Contains small amounts of petit verdot, cabernet franc, malbec and merlot. Drink or hold.
The classic 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is outstanding, with a more black fruit-driven profile as well as some violet and scorched earth nuances. Aged 18 months in 32% new French oak, it's medium to full-bodied, has a lifted, perfumed profile, supple tannins, and a great finish. Enjoy bottles over the coming decade.
About the producer
Robert Mondavi is a name known the world over. The ambitious businessman created his eponymous winery in 1966 to produce world-class wines in Napa, pioneering quality winemaking and becoming a champion for the region.