Winemaker Notes
Well-structured with rich smooth tannins, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon offers lovely aromas of dark plum, blueberry and violet on the nose. Layers of ripe dark and red fruits immerse the palate, complemented by hints of brown sugar, white pepper and savory herbs. This wine shows a structure, vibrancy and sharp finesse that will allow it to age gracefully. Enjoy now through 2026.
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2016 Knights Bridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic. TASTING NOTES: This wine offers black fruit and pencil lead aromas and flavors that are often the signatures of the Knights Valley Cabs. Pair it with a juicy, grilled ribeye. (Tasted: May 12, 2020, San Francisco, CA)
A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe, its best examples showing potential to age beautifully for decades. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in Bordeaux's Medoc where it is often blended with Merlot and smaller amounts of some combination of Cabernet Franc, Malbecand Petit Verdot. In the Napa Valley, ‘Cab’ is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after “cult” wines. Somm Secret—DNA profiling in 1997 revealed that Cabernet Sauvignon was born from a spontaneous crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in 17th century southwest France.
A small and picturesque valley separating Napa Valley on its south border and Alexander Valley to its north, Knights Valley excels in similar varieties as the two aforementioned appellations, namely red Bordeaux varieties and blends, as well as Sauvignon blanc. Originally established by Beringer Vineyards, today several outstanding producers claim acreage here. The circadian cooling effects of the nearby Pacific Ocean create a nighttime respite for vineyards during the hot growing season.