Hundred Acre 2021 "Dark Ark" Cabernet Sauvignon

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Critical Acclaim

100 points - Decanter

100 points - The Wine Independent

98 points - Jeff Dunnuck

Accolades for the 2021 Dark Ark are nothing short of stellar. It received perfect 100-point scores from both The Wine Independent and Decanter, with Jeb Dunnuck awarding it an impressive 98 points. Critics describe it as “the darkest threads of Ark,” a wine with immense structure and cosmic intensity. Despite its formidable presence, it is surprisingly approachable now, yet promises decades of evolution in the cellar. With its arresting complexity and monumental build, Dark Ark stands as one of Hundred Acre’s most compelling releases, a testament to Jayson Woodbridge’s relentless pursuit of vinous perfection.

Tasting Notes

This wine pours a deep garnet-purple and immediately captivates with intense aromatics of menthol, crème de cassis, and plum preserves, layered with clove oil, licorice, tapenade, incense, and a delicate waft of rose oil. On the palate, it is full-bodied and fabulously intense, with a rock-solid structure of ripe, grainy tannins and laser-like freshness that drives an epic, lingering finish. Compared to the classic Ark, Dark Ark leans into a darker, more focused style, with notes of black cherries, graphite, new leather, and crushed stone. Its powerful character makes it a stunning match for rich, savory dishes such as braised short ribs, grilled venison, or black garlic-marinated portobello mushrooms. The wine’s earthy undertones and bold fruit also pair beautifully with aged Gouda, smoked cheddar, or a decadent dark chocolate tart.

750ml