Winemaker Notes
True to the Crossroads Cabernet Sauvignon style, this wine opens with a captivating bouquet of crushed, dried florals and lush black cherries, complemented by notes of light tobacco leaf and wild sage that invite further exploration, while the palate reveals vibrant red currants and fresh black cherries balanced by pronounced acidity, with gravelly and cocoa-like tannins adding depth and a well-rounded texture, finishing with a touch of sweetness and spice that make it an ideal choice for any dinner party—especially when paired with warm roasted dishes, savory sides, and a great atmosphere.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Red currant, spice, dried flower and hints of spearmint aromas follow through to a medium body with succulent red fruit and light chocolate with some terra cotta. It’s all framed nicely with tannins. From 88% cabernet sauvignon, 6% cabernet franc and 6% petit verdot.
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Wine Spectator
Shows the vivid and racy-edged fruit of the vintage, with boysenberry, mulberry and blackberry notes that sparkle, plus hints of anise, applewood, violet and hibiscus. There's a toasty edge to the finish that's offset nicely by a solid graphite spine, lending definition and support to the fruit. Best from 2025 through 2037.
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.
Home to some of the most sought-after Cabernet Sauvignon in America, Napa Valley’s Oakville district stretches across the center of Napa's valley floor and foothills between the Vaca and Mayacamas Mountains. This AVA is home to the legendary To Kalon Vineyard and Martha's Vineyard, as well as many powerhouse wineries including Screaming Eagle, Silver Oak, Robert Mondavi, Opus One, Far Niente and Groth.
The climate is generally warm and agreeable, resulting in year after year of favorable vintages. Summer days see a gentle tug of war between warmer inland air and the cool air coming in from the San Pablo Bay, creating an ideal environment to grow red varieties. Oakville's diverse soils, namely ancient sea bedrock, clay and gravel, are well-drained, and perfect for high-caliber viticulture.
Cabernet here is often bottled varietally but is also popular in Bordeaux Blends. Oakville wines are known for their silky, sensual textures, structured tannins, dark and brooding fruit and lovely aromatics. These age-worthy and prestigious wines are favored by collectors throughout the world.