2023 Amici Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

(93-95)points

Wine Advocate

“…a sexy, suede-like mouthfeel”

Winemaking Notes

The 2023 Amici Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon opens with layered aromas of dark red fruit, cassis, lavender, cocoa powder, and Madagascar vanilla. On the palate, ripe blueberry and baker’s chocolate unfold against a backdrop of full body and great acidity. The wine is defined by lush, expansive tannins that provide structure and length, promising exceptional aging potential.

Vintage
2023
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Napa Valley
Blend
95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol
14.8%
Fermentation & Aging
100% Stainless Steel fermentation; Aged 19 months in 100% new French Oak barrels.

Reviews

(93-95)points

Wine Advocate

Amici’s 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve consists of some lots from Hudson, young-vine fruit from Morisoli and a few other barrels that didn’t make it into their respective single-vineyard wines. Strongly marked by black cherries on the nose, it’s medium- to full-bodied, with a sexy, suede-like mouthfeel and ample richness, finishing long and softly dusty.

(92-94)points

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a very serious wine in the making. Dark, savory and driving in its intensity, the 2023 has so much to offer. Bright acids and incisive beams of tannin shape this vibrant, classy Reserve. Purplish fruit, graphite, sage, menthol and lavender explode onto the saline finish.

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