2021
Lithology
Cabernet Sauvignon
Crafted from celebrated sites throughout Napa Valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon embodies the unique characteristics from each vineyard, complemented by our philosophy to let our wines be an authentic expression of place. From hillside elevations to the varying soils of the alluvial valley floor, the nuances of Napa Valley terroir are brought together to create a wine with complexity, flavor, and texture.
“Finesse is the balance between subtlety and power. Encompassing all of the notable elements without being heavy, oaky, pruney, or over-extracted.” - Lithology Winemaker Matt Sands
Vineyard
Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon provides us the opportunity to create a unique blend from some of the finest sites throughout the valley, crafting for mountain-valley nuance and texture. The 2021 vintage features 35% fruit from Rutherford, 33% from Lowrey, 16% from Oak Knoll, 12% from Howell Mountain, and 2% from Oakville.
2021 Lithology Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Matt Sands, Lithology Winemaker
Tasting Notes
"This gorgeous wine offers immense drinking pleasure from the first whiff to the last drop. A host of blackberry, blueberry, and black cherry fruit appears on the nose and palate. The tannins are impressively polished, and the finish is long and mineral-rich." Jonathan Cristaldi, Decanter
Technical Details
- Blend86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
- WinemakerMatt Sands, Philippe Melka, Michel Rolland
- AppellationNapa Valley
- Oak22 months 62% new French oak
- Harvest DateSeptember 3 - October 20
- Alcohol14.8%
96 Points International Wine Report
...Each sip reveals layers of opulence, harmonizing the fruit and savory elements seamlessly. The finish is long and focused, leaving a lasting impression of dark fruits and subtle graphite...
96 Points Decanter
This gorgeous wine offers immense drinking pleasure from the first whiff to the last drop. A host of blackberry, blueberry, and black cherry fruit appears on the nose and palate. The tannins are impressively polished, and the finish is long and mineral-rich.
96 Points Jeb Dunnuck
A gorgeous Cabernet, it has ripe red and black fruits as well as some tobacco and spicy, floral notes, medium to full body, ripe, velvety tannins, great mid-palate depth, and a great finish.
Lithology wines are available to you
Choose a path and sign up for access to future offerings and more.