CULT
2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
, Napa Valley
15th Anniversary, The Beau Vigne Collection

98 Points - The Tasting Panel
95 Points - Decanter

"One of my favorite wineries, Beau Vigne’s vineyard sits at a high elevation in the southern Napa Valley, back Soda Canyon Road, overlooking the Pritchard Hill Gap as well as the Stagecoach Vineyard. The AVA for these wines is Atlas Peak and the soils are all volcanic origin. This winery is currently on a qualitative roll." – Robert Parker

This wine opens with a deep purple hue and an alluring aromatic profile of fresh blue fruits and delicate violets.  The palate delivers a seamless and layered texture, framed by supple, polished tannins and a refined sense of balance.  Elegantly structured, it offers remarkable purity and finesse, finishing with graceful length and poise.  Compared to previous vintages, this release leans into a more sophisticated and harmonious style, showcasing the wine's elevated character and precision.

Why This Bottle?

• The Pedigree: 98 Points (Tasting Panel), 95 Points (Decanter).
• The Maker: Julien Fayard (100 Point Winemaker).
• The Vintage: 2023—described by Decanter as "as perfect as any Napa vintage in living memory."
• The Profile: Inky, opulent, and "partying down in a sea of black fruit, mocha, and sweet spice."

Napa Valley
A perfect blend of warm, dry summers for ripening and cooling coastal fog/breezes that preserve acidity.  The region features 33 different soil types—roughly half the world's soil orders—ranging from volcanic to alluvial fan, contributing to flavor complexity.  Vineyards are situated across valley floors and mountainous terrain (Vaca and Mayacamas ranges), creating distinct sub-appellations with unique characteristics.  Known for high-quality, with a strong focus on producing premium, internationally acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon.  The region's consistent climate allows for long "hang time" on the vine, enabling grapes to develop deep, concentrated flavors.

Vintage
In 2023, Napa Valley experienced one of the longest growing seasons in a decade or more. With consistent, mild weather throughout the season, above-average crop yields, and extended hang time, 2023 is an exceptional, high-quality, memorable vintage.

Winemaking
The fruit was harvested by hand, carefully destemmed, then sorted and gently crushed into small fermenting tanks for 12 days, with an additional time on the skins to maximize the extractions of aromas, flavors and tannins. The wine was aged for 16 months in 52% new French oak barrels.

Winemaker:  Julien Fayard
Varietal Composition:  96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot
Appellation:  Napa Valley
Aging:  16 months
Type of oak:  52% new French oak barrels, 48% Neutral Oak
Harvest date:  Sept. 23 – Oct. 10, 2023
Bottling date:  April 2025
Alcohol:  14.5%

Tasting Notes  PDF

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