Robert Mondavi Napa Cabernet

Fruit for our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon comes from our own vineyards in Oakville and Stags Leap, as well as from growers with whom we have long-term relationships. This wine is juicy, lively, and plush with a good sweetness and a lengthy finish. Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec

A very good introduction to Napa Valley cabernet for drinkers who are unfamiliar. This offers ripe, generous red and black fruit on a velvety texture of fine-grained tannins. Black cherries, dark plums, and blackberries come up in the aroma and then go deeper on the palate. Contains 7% petit verdot, 8% merlot, 3% cabernet franc, and 1% malbec. Aged in all French barrels, 31% new, which adds accents of cinnamon and cedar. Drink now or hold.