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2021 MacDonald Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (Pre Arrival)

"The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is dense and potent but also quite structured. Dark fruit, plum, graphite, incense, licorice and lavender are some of the many notes that grace the 2021. Silky, plush red cherry, mocha, rose petal and spice unfurl with time in the glass. This is a decidedly mid-weight wine with firm, chalky tannins. Graeme MacDonald backed off extractions a bit in 2021, which suggests a drive towards greater freshness. This is also the first vintage made at the Mending Wall facility, which is quite a bit less cramped than at Kongsgaard, where all the previous wines were made. The 2021 saw 38 days on skins and 22 months in barrel. It is an absolutely gorgeous wine, but it is also more reticent than most vintages at this stage."

- Antonio Galloni of Vinous (12/23)

A benchmark Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon from one of Napa Valley’s most historic vineyards. Powerful yet precise, the 2019 MacDonald Cabernet delivers classic Oakville concentration, structure, and age-worthy depth.



$ 1,079
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Tasting Notes

Dark cassis, black cherry, and blackberry dominate the nose, layered with graphite, cocoa, and subtle oak spice. The palate isfullbodied and structured, with firm yet polished tannins, concentrated dark fruit, and a long, mineral driven finish that defines great Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon.

Wine Details / Description

MacDonald Vineyards sits at the heart of Oakville, home to some of Napa Valley’s most legendary Cabernet Sauvignon sites. Farming the historic To Kalon adjacent vineyards, MacDonald produces small production wines that emphasize site expression, balance, and longevity over excess ripeness. 

The 2022 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the power and precision the AVA is known for, combining deep fruit concentration with structure and freshness. This is a classic Napa Valley Cabernet built for long term cellaring, yet expressive enough to enjoy with proper decanting. 

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Food Pairing

Pairs well with grilled steak, prime rib, lamb, and richly flavored dishes. Best enjoyed with decanting to fully express aromatics and texture.

Serving Notes

Drink 2026 through 2045+. Decant 1 to 2 hours. Serve slightly below room temperature.

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