Silver Oak 2019 Napa Cabernet

The 2019 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is an exceptional embodiment of Napa's finest terroir, with a complexity that is both inviting and impressive. From the first pour, this wine exudes a vibrant ruby hue, promising a delightful experience. The bouquet is a symphony of black cherry and huckleberry, with these rich fruit aromas seamlessly intertwined with subtle dry floral notes. The influence of American oak imparts a hint of sweet nutmeg, adding a layer of warmth and spice that complements the fruit-forward profile. On the palate, the entry is smooth and elegant, characterized by silky tannins that provide a lush texture, enhancing the wine's overall mouthfeel.

What sets the 2019 vintage apart is its remarkable structure and approachability. The mid-palate offers depth and balance, showcasing the finesse and artistry of Silver Oak’s winemaking. The finish is long, satisfying, and harmonious, leaving a lingering impression of the wine's nuanced character. This Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted to not only showcase immediate drinkability but also to reward patience; it promises to evolve gracefully in the bottle over the next two decades, reaching its peak between now and 2047, given proper cellaring conditions.

The meticulous craftsmanship of this wine begins with its unique winemaking process. After blending in early 2020, the wine was aged in Silver Oak's own American oak barrels for 24 months. This pre-barrel blending technique, a hallmark of Silver Oak’s style, ensures that each vineyard component is harmonized before the oak influence, resulting in a wine that is integrated and balanced. Following barrel aging, the wine was further matured in the bottle for an additional 24 months, ensuring that by the time it reaches your glass, it is polished and ready to enjoy.

The 2019 growing season was characterized by its wet and cool early months, followed by an ideal spring that set the stage for a steady and even growing season. The vineyards benefited from optimal soil moisture, allowing the fruit to mature at a leisurely pace, enhancing the development of flavor and complexity. Harvest spanned from September 13 to October 13, a testament to the patience and care that went into cultivating this vintage. The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon that is not only a reflection of Silver Oak’s enduring commitment to quality but also a celebration of the exceptional 2019 growing season, delivering a wine that is plush, elegant, and full of nuanced depth.

Alcohol: 14.5%

96 POINTS - "A beautifully compact wine that delivers complex and nuanced aromas of Bing cherry and black raspberry with tobacco, currant leaf, and cedarwood laced with dried sage. Cool raspberry, cherry, and blackberry fruit are perfectly represented, and the lengthy finish is crisp, lively, and energetic." - Decanter

95 POINTS - "So elegant, supple and silky, this vintage is a dream to drink now, but should also have plenty of life ahead of it. Aromas of blueberries and dark chocolate meld with luxe black fruit, mint and cocoa on the palate. A blend of 77% cabernet sauvignon, 18% merlot and dashes of cabernet franc and petit verdot. Drink or hold through at least 2030." - James Suckling

Expressive and lively on the nose, the 2019 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a black cherry and huckleberry aroma laced with dry floral notes. Integrated oak adds a light note of sweet nutmeg to this wine. Ruby in color, it has a fruit-forward entry with silky tannins that builds across the mid-palate and through a long and balanced finish. Structured while still approachable, this wine remains true to the signature Silver Oak winemaking style and will continue to improve through 2047 given proper cellaring conditions.