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[NEW] YAO MING Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2023
On the rim: deep shiny dark eggplant with touches of ruby and garnet on the rim
On the nose: beautiful nose of tobacco, tulips, elderberry, rosemary, tarragon, pine needles, gingerbread and tomato stems
On the palate: fresh but round entrance evolving on a velvety but tannic mid-palate with black cherry, blackberry and red currant lingering on granular tannins, clove and cocoa powder with grenadine and coffee
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Varietal: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot
Fermentation: 20% barrel fermented, 80% stainless steel
Aging: 24 months, 80% new French oak
94 points, International Wine Report
The 2023 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon opens to with expressive aromas of blackberry, dark cherry, and cassis layered alongside notes of cedar, baking spice, and a hint of cocoa. Rich and full on the palate, it offers concentrated flavors of black plum and ripe currant wrapped in a supple, polished texture. Firm yet refined tannins lend structure and depth, while lively acidity keeps the wine balanced and energetic. The finish unfolds with lasting impressions of dark fruit, toasted oak, and subtle spice, leaving a poised and memorable impression.