Colgin Tychson Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 Front Bottle Shot

Colgin Tychson Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 Front Label

Winemaker Notes

A singular expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that hails from a historic jewel box vineyard; “Tychson Hill,” named after Josephine Tychson, was the first of two vineyards purchased by Colgin in the 1990s. Ideally situated in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains, just north of St. Helena, containing some of the rarest volcanic soil found in the Napa Valley, “Tychson Hill” has long been celebrated for its ethereal qualities, as well as floral notes, and red fruit distinguishable in every vintage.

Professional Ratings

99 Decanter
Tychson Hill is fermented in stainless steel and aged for approximately 20 months in 60% new French oak. This east-facing site sits at the base of Spring Mountain, across from Freemark Abbey, and in 2023, it is gorgeously fragrant, offering tobacco spice, blackcurrant, black cherry, and blackberry fruit layered with rich, loamy earth notes. On the palate, it is super-polished and expressive, shaped by wonderfully marbled tannins that possess a smooth, chiselled quality – glossy yet precise. Cocoa powder nuances build steadily alongside vibrant violet florals and hints of sagebrush, carrying through to a lengthy, mineral-driven finish.
98 James Suckling
The aromas of basalt and volcanic soil are so intense, with dark berries and a hint of red currants. Full-bodied but tight and poised, with chewy tannins that are integrated and melted in the wine. Solid and savory at the end, verging on meaty. Drink after 2029.
98 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Situated on the western side of Saint Helena, on the slopes west of Highway 29, this once-tiny vineyard (2.4 acres) has been expanded to cover 6.2 acres. Composed of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon (the balance is planted to Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot), Colgin's 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Tychson Hill marries hints of mint and dark chocolate to black cherries. Full-bodied and richly tannic, it delivers both ample structure and a long velvety finish. Twenty years may prove to be a conservative estimate of its aging potential.
Rating: 98+
98 Vinous
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Tychson Hill is gorgeous. The aromatics alone are captivating. Freshly cut flowers, mint, mocha, pomegranate, blood orange and red cherry jam infuse the palate with notable textural finesse and nuance. All the elements are so beautifully integrated. The 2023 impresses with its freshness, verve and stature. Brisk acids lend notable vibrancy throughout. This is an undeniably sexy Tychson Hill. What a wine!

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Colgin Cellars produces exquisitely handcrafted red wines using only the finest neo-classical winemaking methods in concert with small yields, gentle handling, attentive sorting and meticulous blending.

The Colgin winery, completed in 2002, is located at the northern end of IX Estate in the Pritchard Hill area of St. Helena, California. The state-of-the-art winery provides an inspiring view of Lake Hennessey.

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Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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One of the most prestigious wines of the world capable of great power and grace, Napa Valley Cabernet is a leading force in the world of fine, famous, collectible red wine. Today the Napa Valley and Cabernet Sauvignon are so intrinsically linked that it is difficult to discuss one without the other. But it wasn’t until the 1970s that this marriage came to light; sudden international recognition rained upon Napa with the victory of the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon in the 1976 Judgement of Paris.

Cabernet Sauvignon undoubtedly dominates Napa Valley today, covering half of the land under vine, commanding the highest prices per ton and earning the most critical acclaim. Cabernet Sauvignon’s structure, acidity, capacity to thrive in multiple environs and ability to express nuances of vintage make it perfect for Napa Valley where incredible soil and geographical diversity are found and the climate is perfect for grape growing. Within the Napa Valley lie many smaller sub-AVAs that express specific characteristics based on situation, slope and soil—as a perfect example, Rutherford’s famous dust or Stags Leap District's tart cherry flavors.

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