Region: Napa Valley, California

Vintage: 2013

Composition: Cabernet Sauvignon

History: Freemark Abbey is a Napa Valley original. Founded in 1886, Freemark Abbey hasn’t been “young” for a long time. With nearly 50 vintages’ worth of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon vintages tucked away in its library, Freemark’s signature portfolio of wines represents one of the most fully realized Cabernet programs in America. Today, Kristy Melton continues the forward-thinking vision of Freemark Abbey.

Tasting Notes:

From a range of vineyards across Napa Valley, this accessible red is earthy and thick, the flavors dark and rich in coffee and tobacco. The gritty texture supports a big-boned embrace of blackberry and boysenberry, finishing in chocolate.