Winemaker Notes
For over 80 years, Martini has crafted world-class Cabernet Sauvignon from the exceptional vineyards of Sonoma and Napa counties. Founder Louis M. Martini believed in a simple, honest premise: The best grapes make the best wines. Today, this tradition carries on with a range of beautifully structured and unforgettable Cabernet Sauvignon wines. They carefully selected grapes from renowned Cabernet vineyards in Sonoma County. This wine offers tremendous balance, supple tannins, and notes of blackcurrant, cocoa, and caramelized oak.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A firm and silky red with currant, blackberry and cherry character. Medium to full body. Savory finish. Juicy and reserved. Delicious and ready. Drink now.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: Though Louis Martini has often been Napa Valley associated, this venerable winery has made numerous successful wines from the "other" county. The 2016 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon is not only delicious, but it is a crowd-pleaser. TASTING NOTES: This wine is textured and beautiful. Its aromas and flavors of ripe berries, oak accents, and some floral notes make it perfect choice with sea salt and pepper-accented oven baked chicken. (Tasted: February 11, 2019, San Francisco, CA)
While Sonoma County is acclaimed—and rightfully so—for its Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, and Zinfandels, it also produces exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the region’s 18 American Viticultural Areas, only a handful produce top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon. These appellations include Alexander Valley, Knights Valley, Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley. Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignons made in these appellations can offer a complex array of aromas and flavors. Fruit notes such as blackberry, blackcurrant, cassis, black cherry and raspberry often are accompanied by hints of graphite, dusty earth, cigar box, toast and vanilla. The varietal has a rich history in Sonoma, and some of these Cabernet Sauvignons and Cabernet-based blends rival the best from Napa Valley.