Ladera Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
(Napa Valley, California) -

Consistently recognized as one of the premier wineries in Napa Valley, the Ladera name has been synonymous with creating preeminent mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, impressive Sauvignon Blanc and alluringly distinctive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for America’s most exacting wine enthusiasts for 25 years.    

In an era of large corporate owned businesses, our small, family-owned and operated winery is dedicated to the timeless traditions of artisan winemaking. Lovingly crafted by hand, nurtured barrel by barrel and artfully blended, our limited-production Howell Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a testament to these practices. 

Showcasing the majestic mountain structure and soaring flavors that have made Howell Mountain wine internationally renowned, we are honored to be a part of a small and dedicated group of wineries highlighting the majestic grapes of Howell Mountain. Similarly, our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon offers a supple balanced palate ideal for those seeking a unique expression not typically found in other valley floor wines.

Notes from the Winemaker:
The 2018 Ladera Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon reflects both the power and complexity of each vineyard site. The grapes were carefully sorted by hand, de-stemmed without crushing then sorted a second time using optical image-processing. Once in tank, the grapes were cold soaked for 5 days to extract maximum fruit character. The wine was aged in 75% new premium French oak for 22 months before the final blend was assembled.