The vineyard composition of this Cornerstone Cellars Benchlands Cabernet Sauvignon changes a little each year, giving the ability to make the best wine possible utilizing the best vineyards on the valley floor. Each vintage has a base of Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon grown by a small family farm. Cornerstone Cellars also includes Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford and Oakville along with a touch of Cabernet Franc from the illustrious Oakville Station.
This classic Napa Valley Cabernet is at home as a fine dining companion or at the backyard BBQ. Balance and finesse are the foundation, with a complex medley of both fruit driven and earthy notes. There is a hint of licorice, along with cassis, black cherry, dark chocolate, and sweet umami. The well-integrated tannins linger on the finish. This wine is ready now, but you will be rewarded with a little time in the cellar.
A classic expression of Napa Cab, the wine easily pairs with favorite carnivorous dishes such as prime rib, short ribs and filet mignon.
93 points, Decanter
The Benchlands Cabernet Sauvignon offers a vivid and classic expression of Napa Valley, with blackberry and black cherry fruit, underpinned by cassis and blackcurrant. Soaring tannins, loamy earth, and sagebrush accents round out the profile. The wine is full-bodied and richly structured. 988 cases produced.