Expect black currant, dark cherry, cedar, dried herb, and a savory note with full body, refined tannins, and bright acidity. The 2014 Napa vintage was warm and ripe.
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region
- USA / California / Napa Valley
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, balanced, oak-aged, food-friendly
The producer
Ramey Wine Cellars was founded by David Ramey in 1996. Ramey is one of California's most respected winemakers, with prior experience at Dominus, Chalk Hill, and Rudd. His house style emphasizes balance, freshness, and minimal intervention rather than extreme ripeness.
What critics say
Ramey's Napa Valley Cabernet receives consistently strong reviews as a balanced, food-friendly counterpoint to flashier Napa Cabs.
Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, ribeye, mushroom-forward dishes