Venge Vineyards 2017 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2017 Venge Vineyards Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a commanding and luxurious wine sourced from elite sites across Oakville, including the Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard. With a deep red-purple hue that clings to the glass, it opens with plush aromatics of ripe black cherries, blackberries, clove, cinnamon, and currants. On the palate, it delivers smooth, vibrant waves of dark plum and cherry, underscored by dried herbs, tobacco, and a pulse of clove, all framed by chalky, elongated tannins that give the wine remarkable structure and aging potential. Aged for 26 months in 100% new, five-year air-dried French oak and bottled unfiltered, this Cabernet showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of winemaker Kirk Venge. It earned a stellar 95-point rating from Wine Enthusiast, placing it among the top echelon of Napa Valley Cabernets for the vintage. Ideal food pairings include grilled bone-in ribeye, braised short ribs, or wild mushroom risotto, all of which complement the wine’s depth and savory complexity. With only 250 cases produced, this vintage is a rare gem for collectors and connoisseurs alike.