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A Brilliant Vintage: 2023 Napa Cabernet 6-Pack Sampler 6x750ml

Six of Napa's finest 2023 Cabernets, hand-selected from elite appellations and crafted by winemakers trained at Lafite, Pétrus, and under Philippe Melka.

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A Brilliant Vintage: 2023 Napa Cabernet 6-Pack Sampler 6x750ml

Six of Napa's finest 2023 Cabernets, hand-selected from elite appellations and crafted by winemakers trained at Lafite, Pétrus, and under Philippe Melka.

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  • 2023 "Vintage Of A Lifetime"—Compared To Bordeaux's 1961
  • 98 Point "Exceptionally High Quality" Vintage ~Vinous Media
  • Winemakers Trained at Lafite, Pétrus & Under Philippe Melka
  • Sourced from Napa's Most Elite AVAs — Oakville, Stags Leap & Atlas Peak
  • "One of the Most Phenomenal Vintages Ever in Napa Valley"
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About The Wine

Not every generation gets a vintage like this.

2023 in Napa Valley wasn't just a great year — it was the kind of year winemakers dream about and collectors scramble for. Cool mornings, balanced sunlight, unhurried ripening. The result? Cabernets of extraordinary purity, power, and precision that critics are already comparing to Bordeaux's legendary 1961 vintage.

The Wine Independent called it "a winemaker's dream in terms of wine style." Wine Bible author Karen MacNeil went further, calling 2023 "one of the most phenomenal vintages ever in Napa Valley." And Vinous Media awarded it 98 points, writing:

"The 2023 Napa Valley Cabernets are defined by explosive aromatics and fully ripe, finessed tannins that feel like silk on the palate. Quality is exceptionally high across the board. The finest wines are breathtaking."

This is that vintage. These are those wines.

We taste hundreds of Napa Cabernets every year. Most are good. A handful are great. These six are something else entirely — insider selections from elite appellations, crafted by winemakers with Lafite, Pétrus, and Philippe Melka in their résumés. Not mass-market labels. Not easy to find.

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At A Glance

Varietal:
Cabernet Sauvignon
Size:
750ml

TASTING NOTES

What's in the Glass

PAIRS WITH

Mouthfeel & Acidity

1) 2023 Martellotto 'Kind of Noir' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 

95 pts Decanter · One of only 420 Italian Wine Ambassadors worldwide

"Utterly seductive, lavishly layered — rich, velvety blueberry fruit framed by smoky, toasty French oak. Tannins dipped in chocolaty decadence, crushed espresso beans fueling the lavish finish. A potpourri of violets and blue floral notes adds intrigue." — Decanter, 95 pts

2) 2023 Thurlow Cellars Copperhead Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Only 9 barrels produced · Pétrus-trained winemaker

Fewer than 250 cases made. Rich, ripe fruit, focused tannins, and an exotic spice character that only gets better with time. When a Pétrus-trained winemaker makes nine barrels in a vintage like 2023 — you don't wait.

3) 2023 Robert Craig Winery Affinity Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

On the palate, ripe dark fruit flavors of blackberry and cherry are balanced by firm tannins and a subtle touch of toasted oak. The wine’s structure and freshness reflect the high-elevation mountain vineyards, delivering a powerful yet supple finish with lingering earthy and graphite notes.

4) 2023 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

96 pts — Anne Sewell Briggs, DipWSET · Philippe Melka–trained winemaker · Neighbor to Rombauer

"Opens with black cherry, plum compote, wild berry bramble, warm spices, and dried herbs. Supple yet finely structured, with cedar, mocha, and baking spices deepening on the palate. Tannins polished but firm — a strong backbone carrying the wine through a long, harmonious finish." — Anne Sewell Briggs, DipWSET, 96 pts

5) 2023 Beau Vigne 'Cult' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 

98 pts Tasting Panel · 95 pts Decanter · Robert Parker: "One of my favorite wineries"

"A distinctively luxurious Cabernet Sauvignon. Notes of vanilla, cedar, dark chocolate, blueberries, and a hint of clove engage with firm tannins. Dried lavender wraps around the palate, soaked in Worcestershire and black tea, which anchors to the lengthy finish." — Tasting Panel Magazine, 98 pts

"Expressive and full-bodied, with a bold, rich mouthfeel that blends satin and silk textures. Fragrant violets laced throughout, supported by supple tannins and accents of milk chocolate, dried sage, and sweet oak spice." — Decanter, 95 pts

6) 2023 Typhon Estates 'Ignis' Cabernet Sauvignon Atlas Peak

Crafted by Napa icon Chad Alexander

Born on volcanic soils at elevation — structured, mineral, and built for the long haul.

Blackcurrant and dark cherry alongside fennel, roasted tomato, and thyme. Full but structured, with polished tannins and mid-palate depth reflecting 18 months in 100% French oak. The finish is long and mineral-edged — the kind of tension that suggests years of evolution ahead.

CRITIC REVIEWS

What the Critics Said

2023 Martellotto 'Kind of Noir' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ~ 95 pts Decanter · One of only 420 Italian Wine Ambassadors worldwide

2023 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley~ 96 pts — Anne Sewell Briggs, DipWSET · Philippe Melka–trained winemaker · Neighbor to Rombauer

2023 Beau Vigne 'Cult' Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ~ 98 pts Tasting Panel · 95 pts Decanter · Robert Parker: "One of my favorite wineries"

2023 Thurlow Cellars Copperhead Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon~ Only 9 barrels produced · Pétrus-trained winemaker

2023 Typhon Estates 'Ignis' Cabernet Sauvignon Atlas Peak~ Crafted by Napa icon Chad Alexander

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