Duckhorn 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon

From the heart of Rutherford and the storied soils of Napa Valley, the 2022 Duckhorn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon emerges as a paradigm of polished power and graceful structure. A blend anchored by 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, with subtle yet meaningful additions of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine speaks fluently in the dialect of Napa’s premier terroirs—mountain fruit for firmness and precision, valley floor berries for lushness and depth. The nose opens with a seductive bouquet of dark red berries layered against exotic cardamom, all wrapped in a veil of warm spice and crushed violets.

On the palate, this 2022 vintage is a tour de force of textural sophistication and purity of flavor. Notes of fig jam and boysenberry pie weave through a silken structure of firm, dusty tannins that anchor the wine without dominating it. The balance is simply exquisite—there is a deft interplay between richness and restraint, opulence and freshness. Aged for 16 months in 100% French oak, with a judicious 50% new wood, the wine carries its élevage with poise, allowing the oak to contribute whispers of cedar, graphite, and toasted spice rather than overt dominance.

The finish is impressively long and focused, a crescendo of black fruit and savory tension that invites contemplative sipping now but promises even greater rewards with 5–10 years of cellar aging. There’s an unmistakable harmony here, a synthesis of vineyard precision and winemaking finesse that evokes the best of both worlds—Duckhorn’s legendary heritage and the evolving sophistication of Napa Valley Cabernet.

At 14.5% ABV and guided by a measured pH of 3.73, this wine achieves an impeccable balance between fruit intensity and structural clarity. It is a wine that feels both inevitable and deliberate—a Cabernet crafted with intention, but free of excess. Duckhorn’s 2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is not merely a bottle of wine; it is an expression of legacy, terroir, and technical mastery. For those seeking a Napa Cabernet that defines contemporary elegance while honoring tradition, this vintage offers a voice that resonates with clarity, confidence, and enduring character.

Alcohol: 14.5%

92 POINTS - "The 2022 Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterful expression of winemaking precision and vineyard selection. Under the guidance of winemaker Renée Ary, this wine showcases fruit from premier sites across St.?Helena, Rutherford, Oakville, and Calistoga. Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels (50% new), it reveals layers of crushed blackberries, cassis, and warm oak spice. With a TA of 0.58 g/100 ml and a pH of 3.79, the wine maintains vibrancy and structure. Elegant yet powerful, it pairs beautifully with grilled tri-tip steaks." - Wifred Wong

92 POINTS - "Bright and refined with aromas of blackberries, cassis, fresh tobacco, crushed stones and dark chocolate. The palate is full-bodied and polished with fine tannins and vibrant fruit. Defined and balanced with a touch of minerality." - James Suckling

True to our heritage of producing top-tier Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine showcases a seamless blend of elegance and strength. It begins with captivating aromas of dark red berries and cardamom, leading the way to a defined palate that showcases flavors of fig jam and boysenberry pie. Firm, dusty tannins provide a sturdy foundation, guiding you to a long, focused finish that denotes a harmonious blend of mountain and valley floor fruit