Stony Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon SHV 2022
(Napa Valley, California) 750mL - [JS 95]
Regular price $85.00 Sale price $59.97 Save $25.03
About the Winery:
In 1943, Fred McCrea and his wife, Eleanor, stumbled onto a 168-acre plot of land hidden away on the slopes of Spring Mountain, which they purchased and later named Stony Hill Vineyard. With their love for French white wines combined with the ideal growing conditions of their property, the McCreas built the first post-prohibition winery in 1951 and released their inaugural vintage the following year. Stony Hill’s terroir and climate mirrored that of Burgundy, made of volcanic mountain soil with a limestone sub-layer and a northeast-facing hillside, making it perfect to craft their preferred style of Chardonnay. Some would later refer to Stony Hill as “America’s greatest white wine estate.”
In 2020 the Lawrence Family became the next family to own the historic estate. Under the watchful eye of managing partner, Carlton McCoy Jr., Stony Hill has taken careful steps to preserve its legacy in the Napa Valley, keeping the integrity of the land and winemaking style intact. The estate vineyards continue to be farmed organically and focus on sustainable vineyard cultivation, while careful attention is put forth to honor the past and embrace the future of Stony Hill.
In 2022, it was a natural fit to source some pristine Cabernet Sauvignon from our colleagues across the valley on Howell Mountain: Ink Grade Estate and Linda Falls Vineyard. ese partners share our passion for organic and biodynamic farming as well as producing wines of balance and finesse. Accordingly, all of the grapes in this cuvée were picked before the heat event that punctuated and defined the 2022 harvest for many in the Napa Valley.
About this Wine:
Appellation: Napa Valley
Vineyard sources: Stony Hill, Ink Grade, Linda Falls
Tasting Notes:
The 2022 SHV Napa Valley is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon blend from hillside vineyards. Aromas of fresh red plum, black cherry, graphite, and forest floor fill the glass. is lithe mountain wine displays supple tannin, and tremendous breadth and length without being heavy.
Ratings & Reviews
95 Points - James Suckling:
"This has a real mountainous feel, a slight reductive edge and a volcanic, earth-driven character, showing dark cherries and plums layered with spices, wild herbs, wet stones and floral perfume. The full-bodied palate offers firmly framed yet integrated tannins, bright acidity and a luscious, taut and nervy finish. 60% fruit sourced from Howell Mountain. Give it some time in the bottle for maximum pleasure. Drinkable now but best from 2030." (Mar 2026)