Description
The Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a classic, elegant Napa Valley red known for its balance, featuring notes of blackberry, cherry, plum, violet, cedar, and spice, with supple tannins and vibrant acidity, offering juicy fruit and savory complexity, praised for its restraint and ability to be enjoyed now or aged briefly. It’s a blend, typically including Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot alongside the Cabernet Sauvignon.
Key Characteristics:
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- Aromas: Blackberry, cassis, red plum, cherry, violet, lavender, vanilla, cedar, and hints of fresh herbs.
- Flavors: Juicy dark fruits (cranberry, plum, cherry), cassis, dark chocolate, toasted almonds, and baking spices.
- Palate: Medium to full-bodied, silky, fresh, balanced, with firm acidity and supple, integrated tannins.
- Style: Classic Napa Cabernet with elegant restraint, bridging gravitas with refinement.
Reviews & Accolades:
- Named one of The Enthusiast 100: The Best Wines of 2024 by Wine Enthusiast.
- Described as having “quiet persistence” and “cool-fruit elegance” with floral spices and cedar.
Blend & Structure:
- A blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, with other Bordeaux varieties like Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.
- Offers structure with firm acidity and polished tannins for a long, focused finish.
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