2023 Spottswoode "Estate" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
100RP
100TWP
99JS
98DC
98JD
98VN
$289.95
Fulfillment times vary, for estimated turnaround times
Availability by location
Hollywood: 6 | Redwood City: 6 | Culver City: 5 | San Francisco: 4
100
Wine Advocate
Spottswoode’s 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is certainly a strong effort, even for this benchmark producer,
featuring layers of dark, dense cassis, blackberry and blueberry fruit. The new oak component has
been completely subsumed by the fruit in this medium- to full-bodied wine. Greater density and
concentration somehow come without weight, supported by silky tannins. Featuring a lovely, elegant
mouthfeel and tremendous length on the finish, it should stand tall among the many legends
produced at this estate. (JC)
Professional Reviews
100
The Wine Palate
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon sports a deep garnet-purple color. It needs a little shaking to wake up
notes of fresh blackberries, kirsch, and blackcurrant jelly, followed by nuances of violets, black olives,
crushed rocks, and mossy tree bark. Medium-bodied, the palate is filled with energetic black and red
berry layers, supported by firm, grainy tannins and wonderful tension, finishing long and earthy. This
will easily cellar for 30 years+.
99
James Suckling
An exceptional release from this estate already known for purity and finesse. Aromas of black currants, berries, peppercorns, crushed stones, licorice and violets. The palate is tightly wound, with refined tannins, bright acidity and a luscious yet restrained mouthfeel that is flirtatious yet serious, with no hard edges or extra fat. This is a divine wine that is delicious now and will be for decades to come. Pure class. Drink or hold.
98
Decanter
Raspberry, cherry, and pomegranate notes lead, joined by fennel and sage. Positively gorgeous, with layers of floral and wild herb character and fresh, inviting, crisp tannins, all enhanced by a spine of zesty acidity. Elegant cedar wood frames savoury liquorice, fresh chanterelle, and red-toned, loamy earth notes. A very promising wine for the ages. Aged 20 months in 60% new French oak. Sourced from Organically farmed vines.
Notes
Potentially a "best ever" release from this iconic estate already picking up multiple perfect 100-point scores. The wine will be delivered in September 2026.
Details
| Origin | Napa Valley, California, United States |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends |
| Alcohol Content | 14% |
| SKU | 2058475 |