{"product_id":"clos-du-val-cabernet-sauvignon-2023-napa-valley-california","title":"Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 (Napa Valley, California) - [WE 94] [JS 94] [VM 92] [JD 91] [WA 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1972, Clos du Val is a third-generation, family-owned winery in the heart of Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District. With over 50 years of pedigree, Clos du Val’s Bordeaux-inspired wines are renowned for their expressive fruit characteristics, elegant balance, rounded palate, and long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOpening with complex aromas of blackberry, blue plum, violet, and a hint of fresh herbs, this Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is vibrant and expressive. On the palate, notes of cherry, dark chocolate, cassis, and toasted almonds are intertwined with fresh acidity, supple tannins, and a long, smooth finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-specs-item\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003cspan\u003eAn expressive vintage with the potential to age, this Cabernet from Clos du Val captures the inky dark fruits, dark chocolate, and cascade of fresh herbs so classic to the cuvee with the intensity and lengthy structure of the vintage. Concentration with verve are a highlight.\u003c\/span\u003e” - Elaine Chukan Brown (May 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - James Suckling: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eRefined and earth-driven, showing tightly wound black-fruit aromas with underlying notes of graphite, bitter chocolate and cured meats. The palate is focused and pure with finely tuned tannins and a generous yet precise palate. A lovely wine to drink now or to cellar. Drink or hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\" (June 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a fabulous entry-level offering in this range. Bright, aromatic and punchy, the 2023 is seriously beautiful from start to finish. Rose petal, spice and new leather meld into a core of dark red\/purplish fruit. There's a good bit of tannin, making this a pretty serious appellation wine. 2026-2035.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBased on 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec, and 4% Petit Verdot, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon offers wonderfully pure cassis and darker berries intermixed with tobacco, graphite, and some savory herb nuances. It's medium-bodied and nicely concentrated, with ripe tannins and good overall balance. This smoking value represents impeccably made, satisfying, balanced Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink 2026-2033. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA super value in ready-to-drink Napa Cab, Clos du Val's 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is actually a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Black cherries dominate the nose, joined by hints of cassis and tobacco leaf, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is firm without being hard or edgy and finishes long and silky. 2025-2035.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WINEBOW","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53296529441133,"sku":null,"price":49.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/image_608deb97-fd19-42b9-8168-869bee948511.png?v=1778606523","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/clos-du-val-cabernet-sauvignon-2023-napa-valley-california","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}