Robert Mondavi
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
| Denomination | AVA Napa Valley |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | California (United States of America) |
| Grape varieties | 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc |
| Aging | Aged for 17-18 months in French oak barriques (19% new) |
- Vintage and alcohol: 2021, 14.5% vol; ageing potential between 10 and 15 years
- Style and grapes: Bordeaux blend with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec
- Aromas: Blackberry, blackcurrant, plum and violet with hints of leather, cocoa and sweet spices
- Vinification: Cold maceration, 24 days on the skins, 17 months in French oak
- Serving and pairings: Serve at 16-18°C, decant for 30-45 minutes; ideal with steak and grilled meat
Description
What kind of wine it is
Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a Bordeaux-style blend that combines the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the soft accents of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It displays an intense ruby colour, while the nose reveals deep aromas of dark fruit, leather, cocoa and spices. On the palate, it offers a full body with a velvety sensation thanks to ripe, fleshy tannins, and a long, persistent finish characterised by subtle toasted nuances.
Where it comes from
This red wine originates from the prestigious lands of Napa Valley in California, an internationally renowned winegrowing region. Produced by Robert Mondavi, it faithfully reflects the identity of its terroir. The grapes are carefully selected, including fruit from the famous and historic To Kalon vineyard, renowned for its suitability for great red wines. This expression of the land results in a solid structural framework and a remarkable ageing potential, allowing the wine to evolve with great elegance over time.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with meticulous hand harvesting of the bunches. After destemming, the grapes undergo a cold maceration to encourage aromatic extraction. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and wooden vats, with about twenty-four days spent on the skins. After completing malolactic fermentation in wood, the wine matures for seventeen months in French oak barrels, a process that harmoniously integrates the fruity notes and spicy components.
History and Curiosities
Produced by the Robert Mondavi Winery, founded in 1966 in Napa Valley, this superb Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 encapsulates the true Californian essence. The fine grapes are partly sourced from the historic To Kalon vineyard, an icon of excellence certified organic in 2022. Praised by critics with an impressive 92 points, the wine matures in French oak, developing remarkable ageing potential until 2033. Thanks to the exclusive personalised engraving option, it becomes a memorable gift, perfect for enhancing any enthusiast's cellar.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1994
He chose To Kalon Vineyard in the heart of the Napa Valley as the home for Robert Mondavi Winery. This first-growth vineyard, located in Oakville, California, is renowned for producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon wines in the world, as well as for its Sauvignon Blanc grapes, from which Mr. Mondavi crafted his signature wine, Fume Blanc. Read more
| Name | Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Napa Valley AVA |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | United States of America |
| Region | California |
| Vendor | Robert Mondavi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced by the Robert Mondavi Winery, founded in 1966 in Napa Valley, this superb Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 encapsulates the true Californian essence. The fine grapes are partly sourced from the historic To Kalon vineyard, an icon of excellence certified organic in 2022. Praised by critics with an impressive 92 points, the wine matures in French oak, developing remarkable ageing potential until 2033. Thanks to the exclusive personalised engraving option, it becomes a memorable gift, perfect for enhancing any enthusiast's cellar. |
| Origin | St Helena, Napa Valley, California, United States of America |
| Fermentation | 24-26 days of contact with the skins |
| Production technique | Fermentation with cold maceration and prolonged maceration in stainless steel and traditional oak vats; malolactic fermentation in French oak barriques |
| Wine making | The grapes were gently destemmed directly into traditional oak vats for cold maceration, fermentation, and extended maceration (a total of 24 days of skin contact), maximising the extraction of varietal character and complexity while maintaining fleshy and supple tannins. The new wine was drained and gently pressed into French oak barriques (19% new) for malolactic fermentation, ensuring perfect integration of fruit and oak. |
| Aging | Aged for 17 8 months in French oak barriques (19% new) |
| Total acidity | 6.3 gr/L |
| PH | 3.71 |
| Residual sugar | 0.29 gr/L |
| Year production | 90000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |