{"product_id":"leviathan-2023-cabernet-sauvignon-magnum","title":"Leviathan 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes_copy viewMoreModule\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach year, the Leviathan winemaking team crafts a singular, unique blend from carefully chosen California sites and varietals that showcases the best characteristics of the vintage. These wines are built on a core of mountainside Cabernet Sauvignon, which provides power in the structure and texture. But they also pull in varying amounts of Petite Sirah, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot—which together shape a consistent balance of flavor intensity and alluring backbone of fresh, vibrant acidity. The result is a powerful, quintessentially California red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage features a varietal composition of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petite Sirah, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, utilizing grapes sourced from exceptional high-elevation vineyards across Northern California. On the nose, this full-bodied wine presents layered aromas of Luxardo cherry, dark plum, and black currant, underscored by deep notes of sweet cigar wrapper, leather, espresso, and wet slate. The savory complexity is further elevated by hints of star anise and black tea, while a touch of vanilla bean provides subtle warmth. On the palate, it showcases an elegant, earthy profile with structured, fine, chalky tannins and a supple finish that reveals impressive depth. Because of its rich structure and intense fruit-and-spice profile, this wine pairs exceptionally well with hearty, robust dishes. Excellent food pairings include grilled ribeye steak with a peppercorn reduction, slow-roasted lamb shanks with rosemary and garlic, braised wild boar, or rich venison stews. It also beautifully complements savory mushroom risottos and aged, hard cheeses like Gouda or sharp Cheddar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewsContainer viewMoreModule js-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text viewMoreModule-reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_authorName\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wineRatings_rating\"\u003e94pts \u003c\/span\u003eJames Suckling \u0026amp; Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Leviathan Cabernet Sauvignon has received notable praise from leading wine critics, further cementing winemaker Andy Erickson's reputation for high-caliber blending. Renowned critic James Suckling awarded the vintage a 94-point rating, describing it as a \"real crowd pleaser with high drinkability\". He highly praised its \"dark-fruited, spicy, plush, and focused\" profile, highlighting its mid-weighted palate, fine tannins, and a luscious, supple finish that brings a great sense of finesse. Echoing this enthusiasm, respected critic Jeb Dunnuck also scored the wine at 94 points, writing that the blend is \"already impossible to resist\" and pointing out its incredible consistency across multiple consecutive vintages. Wine professionals and enthusiasts alike celebrate the 2023 release for its remarkable pedigree, noting that it delivers the exceptional craftsmanship expected from a former Screaming Eagle winemaker at an incredibly competitive value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnum 1.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68202480238813,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/images_65.jpg?v=1792091332","url":"https:\/\/taylorswineshop.com\/products\/leviathan-2023-cabernet-sauvignon-magnum","provider":"Taylor's Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}