O'Shaughnessy Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

$74.99

95 points - limited                          O'Shaughnessy makes one of our favorite blockbuster small-production Napa Cabernet from Howell Mountain - limited. 95 Points Jeb Dunnuck:  Moving to the reds, the O'Shaughnessy 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley checks in as 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, and 5% Malbec that spent 20 months in 75% new French oak. Deep purple-colored with notes of blackcurrants, blueberries, smoked earth, white chocolate, and crushed violets, it's medium to full-bodied, ripe, and sexy, with a core of sweet fruit. It’s a terrific 2017 as well as a good value." 91 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "O'Shaughnessy's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next few years. Bright aromatics, plush fruit and silky tannins give the 2017 much of its immediate appeal. Sweet red cherry, plum, mint, spice, blood orange, and rose petal all meld together in this very pretty and engaging Cabernet; there is certainly plenty to like here. As always, the Napa Valley Cabernet is a blend of fruit from O'Shaughnessy's Oakville, Howell Mountain and Mt. Veeder ranches." 90 Points Robert Parker: "Composed of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 5% Malbec, the O'Shaughnessy 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley comes from vineyards on Mount Veeder (56%), Howell Mountain (29%) and Oakville (15%). It was aged in French oak for 22 months, 70% new. Very deep purple-black colored, the nose is just a tad broody and closed to begin, opening out to reveal notes of warm cassis, redcurrant jelly, kirsch and raspberry leaves with hints of wild mushrooms, tilled soil and bay leaves. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers a good amount of juicy black fruits with plenty of invigorating red berry and herbal sparks and a chewy texture, finishing on an earthy note. 3,484 cases were made." Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

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Ratings on Delectable

Lance E. Farman Delectable Pro

Just delicious. Balanced and poised to age for a while!! Well done as usual.

Just delicious. Balanced and poised to age for a while!! Well done as usual.

9.4

Paul K

Delicious. A little surprised as it’s a ‘17, but maybe I should stop saying that. Those that avoided smoke and heat made some good wines.

Delicious. A little surprised as it’s a ‘17, but maybe I should stop saying that. Those that avoided smoke and heat made some good wines.

9.3

Ellie Blue

What a wonderful wine to end a day! Smooth and lovely are the two words I think of when I sip this amazing cab. I’m going on a hunt for more 2017.

What a wonderful wine to end a day! Smooth and lovely are the two words I think of when I sip this amazing cab. I’m going on a hunt for more 2017.

10

Rob N

I quite like O’Shaughnessy, but these days I probably prefer DiCostanzo for Napa cab. At a higher price point, slight preference for Larkmead and O’Shaughnessy as well.

I quite like O’Shaughnessy, but these days I probably prefer DiCostanzo for Napa cab. At a higher price point, slight preference for Larkmead and O’Shaughnessy as well.

9.3

Lawrence Bernstein

2/21 - this is a beast. Inky and chaulky that was way too you young to drink as only 4 years old. I was curious where it would go in 5-10 and I was not convinced it would resolve into a great wine. Paid $75. 84

2/21 - this is a beast. Inky and chaulky that was way too you young to drink as only 4 years old. I was curious where it would go in 5-10 and I was not convinced it would resolve into a great wine. Paid $75. 84

8.4

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