{"product_id":"black-stallion-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-2021-napa-valley-california-js-92","title":"Black Stallion Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 92] [DM 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated on the historic Silverado Trail in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, Black Stallion Estate Winery pays homage to the rich history of the 32-acre estate which was once home to the Silverado Equestrian Center. The property was purchased in 2010 by the Indelicato family, a fourth-generation family-owned company founded in 1924. Sourcing from the most prestigious vineyards, the winery is committed to \u003cbr\u003emaking only the most expressive wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 22.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-special-format: bullet; font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit used to craft this full-flavored Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from mid to upper valley sub-appellations. Superb vineyards are the foundation of this Cabernet’s consistency and complexity. Comprising a diverse range of terroirs, these top Napa Valley sub-appellations each lend a range of unique influences, yielding distinctive and dramatically different flavors and structures that have dense, dark berry fruit characteristics and relatively high acidity. Some AVA’s include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOak Knoll:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe climate is moderate to cool with marine air and fog often remaining until late morning; afternoon breezes frequently occur, maintaining slightly cooler temperatures than up-valley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eRutherford:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe climate is moderately warm, influenced by early morning fog; usual summer peak temperatures are in the mid-90 range, averaging a bit warmer and higher base elevation than Oakville.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCalistoga:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDaytime summer temperatures may peak above 100 degrees F and fall to low 40s at night, due to cool marine air drawn into the valley from the northwestern hills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOakville:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTemperatures are affected by night and early morning fog creating a day-to-night temperature fluctuation. The east side hills receive warm afternoon sun while the west side cools as the sun sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-weight: bold;\" class=\"Apple-style-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA careful pursuit of perfection underlies each step taken to craft this Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes from each vineyard were fermented separately, yielding an array of distinct characteristics. Hillside fruit contributed firm tannins, while fruit from lower elevations brought plush, rich flavors. A rigorous barrel program matches each lot to the type of oak best suited to enhance it. Lots for the 2020 vintage matured in different types of barrels; each barrel was chosen for an ability to impart a subtle range of flavors. After undergoing malolactic fermentation in barrel, followed by 17+ months of aging, the lots were evaluated blind. Multiple trial blends led to the final cuvée, which includes a small amount of Merlot to strengthen the mid-palate and other traditional red wine blenders to skillfully distinguish this Cabernet’s poised, layered structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell-balanced, dense and textural with aromas of dark berries, chocolate and sliced raw beef. Full-bodied with chewy tannins and a powdery texture on the palate, with a robust frame shaping the palate and the spicy, cocoa-powder finish. Excellent length. Try after 2025.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Decanter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This Cabernet Sauvignon is made from a selection of grapes sourced throughout Napa Valley, with a significant portion coming from the Oak Knoll District, where Black Stallion is based. It's a classically fashioned wine with black cherry, plums, graphite, wild herbs and sandalwood notes. Full-bodied with a rich tapestry of robust tannins framing crunchy cherry and blackberry fruit, sweet oak spices, and fragrant wild herbs on the finish hinting at sage and spearmint. 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