{"title":"DANA Estates Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dana-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-helms-vineyard-2021-rutherford-usa","title":"Dana Estate Cabernet Sauvignon \"Helms Vineyard\" 2021 (Rutherford, Napa Valley, California) - [JS 99] [WA 98] [JD 97] [VM 96]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Producer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item_reference col-md-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDana Estates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a wine producer of\u003cspan\u003e Napa Valley,\u003c\/span\u003e loccated at the foot of the Mayacamas mountain range. It produces a range of premium single-vineyard wines, mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon with a small inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-collapse heading-sm collapse show\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three single vineyards spread across the Rutherford and Howell Mountain AVAs. The Helms Vineyard, in Rutherford, is planted solely to\u003cspan\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e, and is planted on gentle slopes with well-draining, gravelly loam soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Howell Mountain, the Lotus and Hershey vineyards have slightly cooler climates and are both planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, the latter with a small amount of Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, grapes are fermented in either in concrete tanks, oak uprights or small barrels subject to the character of each vineyard plot. Dana's red wines are all aged in French oak barrels, mostly new, for up to two years depending on the vintage. The Sauvignon Blanc is also aged in barrel, although the percentage of new oak is much less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelms Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated adjacent to the historic DANA winery at the base of the Mayacamas Mountains, Helms Vineyard is an 8-acre site on the western side of the Rutherford AVA. The site’s deep soils include abundant riverbed gravel with decomposed remnants of an ancient seabed. Fruit from this site is richly perfumed, with beautiful plummy fruit and heady aromatics. Dusty cocoa-powder tannins have a natural softness and viscosity that lend elegant volume to the wines. Cabernet Sauvignon from Helms Vineyard is DANA Estate’s most classically styled bottling, evoking the old world wines that inspired our project.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of walnuts, herbs, pine needles, and currants with some plums. Oyster shell. Moss. Autumn leaves give this a sweetness. It’s medium to full body with a compacted palate. It is very juicy with a fatness, richness and firmness but then turns soft and decadent. So savory. Spices like nutmeg and light cloves. Makes you want to drink it now but will age beautifully. Best after 2028.\" (Jul 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Even better than the very fine 2019 version, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Helms Vineyard boasts a stupendous nose of mixed red and black cherries seasoned with hints of cinnamon and dusty earth. It follows that with ample weight and concentration, a lovely silky texture and a long finish. Vinified in a combination of oak and concrete and then aged in 100% new French oak, it shows no overt cedar or vanilla, just a harmonious wave of pure pleasure. Yes, it's expensive, but consider that the drought year and an extreme selection process meant that only 312 cases were produced.\" - Joe Czerwinski (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+ Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tasted out of bottle, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Helms Vineyard is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon (SEE and 337 clones). Black cherries, graphite, violets, spring flowers, and darker chocolate all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a seamless, elegant, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's tight and reserved, but this beauty is loaded with potential and makes the most of the vintage with its balanced, classy style.\" Drink 2027-2052. (Dec 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Helms Vineyard is a gorgeous, exotic wine. Strong floral and savory notes inform the captivating bouquet. Layered and vibrant on the palate, with notable energy, the 2021 is super-impressive. Inky dark fruit, lavender, chocolate, spice, graphite and menthol are all finely delineated. The Helms has shut down a bit since I tasted it last year, which may be a good sign for its future.\u003c\/span\u003e\" Drink 2027-2041. - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This bursts with lively flavors of black cherry and loganberry fruit, while licorice snap, apple wood and violet notes form the backdrop. A more overt and flattering style than most Rutherford Cabs. Drink now through 2040. 312 cases made.\" - James Molesworth (Sep 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DANA Estates","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":51610279838061,"sku":"","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/USRDANHELM-0750-2007-F0L0C0_1200x_479eba79-4df5-4650-8964-4385185c2e91.webp?v=1777879894"},{"product_id":"dana-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-lotus-vineyard-2021-napa-valley","title":"Dana Estate Cabernet Sauvignon \"Lotus Vineyard\" Howell Mountain 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [JD 99] [JS 99] [VM 98] [WA 97+] [WS 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Producer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item_reference col-md-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDana Estates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a wine producer of\u003cspan\u003e Napa Valley,\u003c\/span\u003e loccated at the foot of the Mayacamas mountain range. It produces a range of premium single-vineyard wines, mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon with a small inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-collapse heading-sm collapse show\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three single vineyards spread across the Rutherford and Howell Mountain AVAs. The Helms Vineyard, in Rutherford, is planted solely to\u003cspan\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e, and is planted on gentle slopes with well-draining, gravelly loam soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Howell Mountain, the Lotus and Hershey vineyards have slightly cooler climates and are both planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, the latter with a small amount of Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, grapes are fermented in either in concrete tanks, oak uprights or small barrels subject to the character of each vineyard plot. Dana's red wines are all aged in French oak barrels, mostly new, for up to two years depending on the vintage. The Sauvignon Blanc is also aged in barrel, although the percentage of new oak is much less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLotus Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis rocky, five-acre vineyard is located just below the Howell Mountain appellation, on the eastern side of Napa Valley. With virtually no topsoil, Lotus Vineyard pushes the vines to root deep into the iron-rich, fractured bedrock, resulting in concentrated fruit with extraordinary power, breadth and length. A range of aspects from southwest-facing to north-facing produces wonderful complexity of aromas, introducing spice, graphite, and chocolate to the muscular black fruit as the wine blooms on the palate. A perennial critic’s favorite, Lotus Vineyard is DANA’s biggest and most robust Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Lotus Vineyard is serious stuff and I would certainly put it in the same league as the 2016 and 2019, although it has a style all its own. Incredible blue fruits, lavender, orange blossom, tobacco, and a bloody, iron-like character all define the full-bodied 2021. It brings that “iron fist in a velvety glove” like character and is incredibly concentrated yet flawlessly balanced. It will probably merit another point in 5-7 years and will be a 30+ year wine.\" (Jan 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This red shows graphite, blackberries, licorice, terra cotta and ink on the nose. The palate is plush but not heavy, with a weightless quality that floats across the palate and through the finish. Lightly chewy, precise, calm and muscular. Try after 2029.\" (Feb 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Lotus Vineyard is gorgeous. As is often the case, the Lotus is the most exuberant of the Dana Cabernets. Plush tannins wrap around a core of red cherry\/plum fruit, blood orange, cedar, spice and pipe tobacco. This heady Cabernet is showy to the core. It's a marvelously complete young wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\" Drink 2027-2041. - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The most structured of the 2021s from Dana Estates is the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Lotus Vineyard. It's a firm, full-bodied effort that ideally needs several years in the cellar but can already be appreciated for its intermingled layers of cassis, blueberries and cherries accented by hints of licorice and bay leaves. In a decade's time, my rating may seem conservative as the tannins smooth out to reveal more silkiness on the long, mocha-tinged finish.\" - Joe Czerwinski (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A solid version, with apple wood, violet and licorice snap notes liberally infusing a core of blackberry and boysenberry pâte de fruit flavors. Vivid and energetic from start to finish. 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It produces a range of premium single-vineyard wines, mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon with a small inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Onda:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eONDA draws inspiration from the classic Napa Valley vintages of the 1960s and 1970s. Red wines of this period were made in the first-growth Bordeaux style, blending a diversity of sites together to create complex wines with the structure, freshness, and balance to age for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Maura Johnson assembles the ONDA Cabernet Sauvignon from carefully selected vineyard sites across Napa Valley. Each component of the blend brings a distinctive tone and texture, creating wines of exquisite harmony and resonance. These complex wines celebrate the tempo of the vintage and the precision of the composer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Vintage:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe 2022 vintage was marked by relatively dry conditions, with less than two-thirds of the usual rainfall during winter and early spring. Notably, most of the rain fell before the year began, bringing a welcome end to three years of drought. Despite near-perfect conditions for flowering and berry set, the dry conditions of the previous years resulted in a smaller than average crop in 2022. A warm spring led to early budbreak in late March. By the end of April, warm sunny weather arrived and persisted through May, allowing vine growth to progress steadily. As summer advanced, temperatures in June and July climbed and ripening continued steadily through the end of August. Early September brought a significant heatwave, accelerating ripening and pushing harvest into full swing at earlier-ripening sites. Fortunately, the moderate winter rains had set up the vines to endure the warm vintage, ultimately producing wines with intense ripe flavors and round, balanced tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 ONDA Cabernet Sauvignon opens with lively aromatics of wild blueberries, fresh bramble, and exotic florals, unfolding into deeper notes of dried Italian herbs and subtle oak spice. On the palate, a plush entry reveals vibrant black cherries and ripe raspberries. Silky, polished tannins create a seamless texture. Hints of graphite weave through the mid-palate, adding an earthy counterpoint to the wine’s freshness. A balanced interplay of oak and acidity lends precision and length, while the medium body keeps the profile elegant and approachable. The finish is lively and juicy, with lingering impressions of wet stone minerality and fresh acidity. Expressive from the start, the 2022 ONDA provides immediate charm and promises graceful evolution in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eBlueberry, blackberry, crushed stone, mussel shell and iodine aromas follow through to a medium body with rather subtle fruit and a juicy finish. A terrific Onda. Drink or hold.\"  (Feb 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Ondo is a step up (but not by much) and offers a brilliant array of ripe berries, crème de cassis, spicy oak, and flowers. It's full-bodied, has a broad, layered mouthfeel, and ripe tannins, all making for an incredibly successful 2022 to enjoy over the coming 10-12 years or more. As always, this cuvée is a blend of multiple sites, and while it might not have the singular character of the single vineyards, it certainly plays in the same ballpark quality-wise. (Drink between 2025-2037)  (Jan 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Onda is plump, juicy and super-expressive right out of the gate. A rush of black cherry, plum, blood orange, incense and spice lends notable up-front appeal. This opulent, inviting Cabernet Sauvignon from Dana is terrific. Silky contours wrap it all together in style. 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It produces a range of premium single-vineyard wines, mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon with a small inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-collapse heading-sm collapse show\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three single vineyards spread across the Rutherford and Howell Mountain AVAs. The Helms Vineyard, in Rutherford, is planted solely to\u003cspan\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e, and is planted on gentle slopes with well-draining, gravelly loam soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Howell Mountain, the Lotus and Hershey vineyards have slightly cooler climates and are both planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, the latter with a small amount of Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, grapes are fermented in either in concrete tanks, oak uprights or small barrels subject to the character of each vineyard plot. Dana's red wines are all aged in French oak barrels, mostly new, for up to two years depending on the vintage. The Sauvignon Blanc is also aged in barrel, although the percentage of new oak is much less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the single vineyard wines, Dana Estates also produces a\u003cspan\u003e Bordeaux blend \u003c\/span\u003eof mainly Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of\u003cspan\u003e Merlot \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e Petit Verdot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVASO Cellars’ flagship red wine brings together grapes from sustainably farmed vineyards that prioritize organic, biodynamic, and fish-friendly practices. We ferment using natural yeasts and a variety of fermentation vessels to encourage each lot to reach its full potential. Blending all of these unique elements together, we create a vibrant and complex wine with supple tannins and a perfect balance of rich fruit, minerality and freshness. Thanks to its dynamic energy and harmonious structure, this wine will age well for a decade or more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVINTAGE\u003cbr\u003eThe 2021 season started off with a dry, cold winter season. We experience a return to drought conditions with only a quarter of the normal winter season rain. The cool spring pushed budbreak into the middle of April. Warm sunny weather finally arrived at the end of April and continued into May allowing the vine growth to steadily progress. The dry conditions gave us balanced vines by limiting shoot growth and setting a small crop. The rest of the growing season gave us perfect weather with only a few days over 100 degrees F. Ripening progressed steadily and uniformly. The small crop, dry weather, and abundant sunny days set things up for an early start to harvest. The dry, low yielding vintage produced wines with great intensity of flavor, energy, and balanced tannins. A stunning vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHARVEST\u003cbr\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon harvest was early and completed over four weeks; from the first week of September through the first week in October. The cooler than average nights kept acidity high. Moderate sunny days, and a small crop, allowed ripening to progress at a steady pace. Our first pick was at our warmest vineyard site on September 7th. About a week later we harvested the Merlot and Malbec from our Howell Mountain vineyard. The rest of the Cabernet Sauvignon was picked in an orderly but un-hurried fashion through the end of the first week in October. This early finish to the harvest was fortunate as the end of October was the wettest recorded. The grape berries were small, with moderately thick skins, and bright acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMETHOD\u003cbr\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were hand harvested and sorted before destemming. After, we used a combination of optical and hand sorting of the berries before gravity filling the fermentation tanks. We used various fermentation vessels including oak upright, concrete, and stainless-steel tanks, as well as single barrel fermentations. After undergoing natural fermentation, the free run juice is drained directly off skins to barrel for native malolactic fermentation and aging until blending in early Spring. After blending and racking the wines age undisturbed until bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHeady aromatics of Bing cherry, fresh flowers, plum fruit, and baking spices. Energetic \u0026amp; precise with minerality, red currant and bright red and blue fruit acidity, which fill the mouth. Lengthy and elegant, soft enveloping texture.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eA juicy red with currant, earth, spice and walnut. Very juicy. Full-bodied with chewy tannins and an earthy, crushed stone and flavorful finish. Really excellent. Crunchy. Needs time. 10% new wood. Best after 2028.\"  (Nov 2023)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Always a great value, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Vaso might be the best yet. Coming from a mix of sites, it has a full-bodied, fleshy, layered profile as well as quintessential Cabernet Sauvignon notes of ripe black and blue fruits, graphite, spicy oak, and leafy herbs. This broad, concentrated, ripe, seamless beauty has the class to drink nicely today yet evolve gracefully for 15 years if well stored. (Drink between 2025-2040).\"  (Jan 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Vaso is gorgeous. Crushed flowers, sweet red cherry fruit and spice are all beautifully lifted. This mid-weight, nuanced Cabernet is all class. Best of all, the 2021 will be a joy to drink young. A burst of sweet red fruit and blood orange lingers on the vibrant finish. Lovely. 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It produces a range of premium single-vineyard wines, mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon with a small inclusion of Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-collapse heading-sm collapse show\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANA’s Director of Winemaking, Maura Johnson, guides the slow journey from vineyard to bottle in collaboration with renowned winemaking consultant Philippe Melka, who has worked with DANA Estates since the inaugural vintage. Together, DANA’s winemakers bring philosophy into action — working always to enhance the natural essence of every site. Rather than imposing a particular characteristic or house style, our winemaking strives to highlight the purity of the land itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of DANA Estates’ vineyards are farmed organically for optimal vine health. After meticulously timed harvest dates that capture every cluster at its peak, our winemaking team vinifies the free run juice from each site according to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLotus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon ferments in concrete tanks to underscore the site’s natural minerality and round off the edges of its powerful tannins. Helms Vineyard Cabernet ferments in upright Taransaud oak tanks, which help to coax out the site’s floral character, bolster the tannic structure, and enhance the dustiness of Rutherford. With fruit from the varied soils and slopes of Hershey Vineyard, single-barrel fermentation allows us to tend each lot according to its needs. Our newest Cabernet addition, Montagna Vineyard, ferments utilizing a blend of concrete and single barrel ferments, highlighting the structured tannins and unique fruit profile while enhancing the vineyard’s complex mineral notes. DANA Sauvignon Blanc ferments in cigar-shaped barrels, a technique borrowed from Sancerre winemaking, to enhance the wine’s texture and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontagna Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegarded as one of Napa Valley’s most premium and exclusive terroirs, Montagna Vineyard sits 1,300 feet above the valley floor on Pritchard Hill. The terrain is steep and rocky, with red soils rich in volcanic ash and alluvial deposits, providing excellent drainage with limited water retention. Vines are forced to struggle, resulting in smaller yields and more concentrated fruit. Montagna’s elevation allows for a large diurnal temperature variation, preserving acidity and energy within the wine. The unique combination of ideal growing conditions, rugged terrain, and volcanic soils, creates a wine with power, structure, and intense complexity. Adding this prestigious vineyard to our portfolio showcases DANA Estates dedication to creating meticulously balanced wines in Napa Valley’s most distinguished and diverse terroirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eA new wine from high vineyards in Pritchard Hill, with graphite, blackberries, terra cotta, basalt and iodine on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied with a real tannin presence. Muscular and formed, with a great finish. This is a serious new wine. Try after 2028.\"  (Feb 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A new cuvée for this team, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Montagne Vineyard comes from an incredible vineyard on Pritchard Hill. 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There is always a certain amount of hemming and hawing that goes into assigning a score like this, but ultimately I would rather be \"stingy\" than have readers disappointed if the wine doesn't reach their lofty expectations of what a triple-digit score signifies.\" - Joe Czerwinski (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Black cherry, violet, red rose, and black currant aromas follow through to a medium body with firm, silky tannins and a fresh and vivid finish. Refined and long, with a polish and subtle nature. Very persistent. Surprisingly approachable. Give this three to four years to come around.\" (Feb 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Another superstar here is the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Hershey Vineyard, a broad, layered, full-bodied effort that brings everything you could want from a wine. 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