Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley, California, United States
Vintage:2019 (Current)
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Reviews
Wine Spectator 90 Points
“Juicy and direct, with youthfully expressive raspberry and plum compote flavors framed with red licorice and followed by a brambly finish. A crowd-pleasing style. Drink now through 2026.”
Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
“Gravelly rock, sea spray and iodine accent a full-bodied expression of texture and structure in this well-made, value-minded wine. Red currant, cassis and dried herb add to the overall earthiness and grace.”
Overview
Vinified under the strict supervision of Christian Moueix‘s winemaking team in Yountville, California, Carpe Diem embodies the essence of Napa Valley classic Cabernet Sauvignon.
Winemaking
Grapes for the Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon have been selected exclusively from the best vineyards in world-renowned Napa Valley.
Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon is made in a classic winemaking style, respecting the characteristics of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. The wine is fruit forward, elegant, and exhibits soft tannins, making it pleasant to drink in its youth. Oak is used sparingly to keep Carpe Diem fresh and vibrant.
Tasting Notes
A refreshing and straightforward wine expressing its bountiful fruit with bright aromas of wild strawberries and soft tannins.
Harvest Notes
2019 was one of the rainiest years in Napa Valley, and the heavy rainfall during winter and spring maintained a high level of moisture in the soil during the entire growing season and through harvest. After a cold month of May, there was an extreme change in temperature with a heat wave on June 10th and 11th (102°F). Summer was warm with average high temperatures from June to September.
Technical Information
Varietals: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 10% Cabernet Franc
Wine Alcohol: 14.5%
Fermentation: Stainless steel
New Oak: 10%
Aging: 12 months in barrel
Aging Potential: 3-5 years
Cases Produced: 3,200 – 9 Litre cases