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Larkmead Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018

Red Wine from California, United States
by Larkmead Vineyards
$99.99
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Larkmead, established in 1895, is among Napa's oldest family operations. Winemaker Dan Petroski crafts this blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc from Calistoga fruit, aging it 18 months in French oak (66% new). Cassis, black cherry, and pipe tobacco weave with graphite, vanilla, and cacao. The tannins, though substantial, are well-integrated and sophisticated, carrying the signature Larkmead minerality into a long, evolving finish. Approachable now but age-worthy.

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Antonio Galloni

93 points

"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a fabulous introduction to the Larkmead Cabernets. It offers lovely mid-palate pliancy to match its mid-weight structure. Transparent and wonderfully nuanced, the 2018 has so much to offer. Sweet red cherry, red plum, cinnamon, mocha and cedar linger on the soft, open-knit finish. For the money, the Napa Valley Cabernet is the hidden gem in this range." —Antonio Galloni

Wine Enthusiast

97 points

"This red is earthy in tones of barnyard, sage and crushed rock, with underlying plush fruit. With 15% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc included, it boasts rich red fruit that broadens and lengthens the midpalate. It shows an enduring succulence on the balanced finish." —Virginie Boone

More about Larkmead Vineyards

One of Napa's oldest family estates (1895), run by the Solari family since 1948. Their organic vineyard sits at 1,100 feet, and the wines—Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc—reflect that cool-climate discipline. Historic, unshowy, genuinely excellent.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Vintage

    2018

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Traditional

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Grilled beef, lamb, hearty braised dishes, aged cheeses, game meats

Tasting Profile

Cassis, black cherry, pipe tobacco; graphite, vanilla, cacao; full body; well-integrated tannins; minerality; long finish