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Straight out of Coombsville—Napa’s cool-climate wonderland—this wine is like finding buried treasure. Perched on a dreamy hillside, the estate’s 20-year-old vines soak up nutrients from ancient alluvial soils, delivering pure magic in every sip.

Ashley Hepworth is the mastermind behind this wine, and she’s a rockstar. With over 23 years of experience (15 of them at Joseph Phelps Vineyards!), she’s the genius behind Napa legends like Insignia and Single-Vineyard Cabernet Backus. Ashley’s simple yet brilliant techniques make every bottle a masterpiece.

Alluvium Estate is perfectly located in Coombsville, Napa’s hidden gem for high-end vineyards. Surrounded by iconic neighbors like Favia ($250/bottle), Farella ($150/bottle), Meteor ($130/bottle), and Covert Estate ($120/bottle), Alluvium holds its own while delivering incredible value. This is premium Cabernet real estate without the premium price tag. Thanks to Coombsville’s cooler days and longer growing seasons, this wine is layered, balanced, and bursting with personality. It’s a hidden treasure in a neighborhood of legends.

Feeling fancy? Try it with beef bourguignon or mushroom risotto. Keeping it classic? A juicy steak is your best friend. Bonus tip: Break out that dark chocolate you’ve been saving—you deserve it.

2019 was a fabulous year for Napa Valley. Wine Spectator awarded this year a 97-point score, and Vinous Media gave it 96 points saying that "The 2019 Napa Valley Cabernets have turned out beautifully. 2019 is a very high-quality vintage of Cabernets that will be easy to drink and enjoy with minimal cellaring. The extra kick of late heat softened the tannins, making the wines a pleasure to taste and drink."