Bella Union by Far Niente 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
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Bella Union by Far Niente 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
New Vintage of 91 Point Bella Union Napa Cab from the Far Niente Group!
Quick Taste
- Bella Oaks Lane in Rutherford
- From the Far Niente Group
- Well-structured
About Bella Union by Far Niente 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Bella Union was founded in 2012 by the Far Niente and Nickel & Nickel team who, for more than 30 years, have been growing and making some of the best Cabernets in the Napa Valley. The cornerstone of this wine is the 25-acre vineyard in Rutherford, along Bella Oaks Lane, a country road that was historically called Bella Union. The vineyard is planted primarily to Cabernet Sauvignon with vines ranging from 20 – 30 years of age.
This western Rutherford Bench location offers an ideal combination of cool evenings and warm afternoons, which in turn, allow the grapes to ripen fully and evenly. The site's well-draining, gravelly loam soil plays an equally important role, contributing to the signature character.
The 2021 Bella Union Napa Valley Cabernet possesses beautiful and intriguing aromas of dark plum, black cherry, hints of clove and barrel spice. The palate is well-structured with velvety tannins complemented by generous layers of fruit flavors of blackberry, fig, and raspberry preserves that give way to a melting finish. This 2021 is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% of Petit Verdot aged in 50% new French oak barrels for 18 months.
Jeb Dunnuck scored this 91 Points saying "A good value from the team of Far Niente, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley checks in as 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and the rest Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, all of which was raised in 50% new oak. This deep purple-hued, medium to full-bodied effort has pretty cassis and violet aromatics, a round, supple mouthfeel, some building tannins, and outstanding length. It's impeccably made and undeniably delicious."
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 14.5%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Country United States
- Region California
- Appellation Napa
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