COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Matthiasson Family Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a red wine from Napa Valley, California, produced by Matthiasson Family Vineyards. This vintage is characterized by its 'old school' Napa style, emphasizing balance, freshness, and ageability. The wine is crafted from primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), with smaller percentages of Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Fruit is sourced from eight estate-farmed vineyards across Napa Valley, including Coombsville and Rutherford. The 2021 vintage was a record drought year, leading to smaller berries with more tannin structure and concentration. Matthiasson Family Vineyards is a family-owned business focused on sustainable viticulture and low-intervention winemaking, with winemaker Steve Matthiasson recognized for his pioneering approach.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Embraces an 'old school' Napa style.
Fact 02
Features a notably low alcohol content for Napa Cab (12.5%).
Fact 03
Fruit sourced from eight distinct estate vineyards.
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage was a significant drought year.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 underwent long and slow fermentations, lasting approximately two weeks at cool temperatures, utilizing native yeasts. Winemaking techniques included delestages and extended pumpovers to capture flavor and texture. The wine was aged for 20 months, primarily in used French oak barrels, with some aging in seasoned Demi-muids and a large foudre. Fruit was sourced from eight estate-farmed vineyards across Napa Valley. Farming practices are organic and focused on sustainable viticulture.
