Timeless by Silver Oak Soda Canyon Ranch Red 2021
(Napa Valley, California) - [DM 96]

About the Wine:
Crafted by winemaker Nate Weis, our eponymous single vineyard red wine embodies the distinct and variegated character of Soda Canyon Ranch. The site—tucked away in the southern benchlands of the Napa Valley’s Vaca Mountains—was acquired by the Duncan family of Silver Oak in 1999 and has since formed the backbone of Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon for the last two decades. To a seasoned vineyardist, Soda Canyon Ranch is that rare convergence of six micro-vineyards meeting in one dynamic place, from which Nate and his team farm and select the most expressive fruit to speak on behalf of the vineyard in a given year

14.7% ABV

Vintage Notes
The 2021 vintage unfolded as a tale of subtlety and finesse, following in the footsteps of its predecessor with a dry winter preamble. As the season gracefully progressed, the weather remained steadfast, nurturing an environment conducive to harmonious growth and maturation. A gentle embrace of warmth in the waning days of summer furthered the journey towards ripeness and depth.

A philosophy of deliberate stewardship guided our approach at the esteemed Soda Canyon Ranch. With the canvas of a bountiful yet restrained yield, we embarked upon a journey of attentive cultivation, each step taken with reverence and precision. The fruits of our labor bore witness to this meticulous care, as the vineyard flourished in a delicate equilibrium.

A masterful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and a hint of Petit Verdot, the 2021 vintage draws from carefully chosen blocks to reveal the estate’s distinctive character. Guided by winemaker Nate Weis, it unfolds with both strength and finesse—a harmonious balance of deep, layered power and smooth, refined elegance. This is a wine that candidly speaks of its origins, its lineage, and the skill that shaped it.

Tasting Notes
A marriage of fruit from our brightest blocks, this wine has flavors of red raspberry, licorice and notes of fresh flowers kissed by a warm summer sun. There is a silky texture on the palate that unfolds with plushness and balanced weight, and the lingering finish is accentuated with a vibrant blackberry return. Well-integrated and nuanced, this wine is the personification of determination and beauty.

"Silver Oak's first new label in 20 years is a wine worth the wait." - Robb Report

Ratings & Reviews

96 Points - Decanter Magazine:
"The fifth vintage release of Timeless from the Duncan family of Silver Oak continues to showcase its hallmark style—where elegance meets Napa mountain muscle. This Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant proprietary blend is crafted by winemaker Nate Weis using grapes from the Duncan family's Soda Canyon Ranch Vineyard, an estate spanning 45.7 hectares in the benchlands of the Vaca Mountains just north of Napa. Unlike Silver Oak, which is aged in American oak, Timeless is aged entirely in French oak. The 2021 vintage exudes alluring blackberry and black cherry fruit, lifted by toasty cedarwood, rose petals, and dried apricots. Ripe and powerful tannins frame the wine, which displays remarkable concentration and depth, with a darker fruit profile than previous releases. Those tannins build through the full-bodied finish, making 2021 the most powerful and structured vintage yet while still retaining a thread of freshness and vibrancy. The blend includes 5.6% Petit Verdot." - Jonathan Cristaldi (Sep 2024)