🍷Exploring Californian Cabernet: Napa’s Elegance Meets Paso’s Power!

Sent: Oct 17, 2023

Napa Valley and Paso Robles are both renowned wine regions in California, celebrated for their Cabernet Sauvignon production. They share similarities in their dedication to producing high-quality Cabernets. Both regions benefit from the Californian climate, with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures, allowing Cabernet grapes to ripen fully, resulting in wines with rich, ripe fruit flavors and well-structured tannins.

However, there are distinct differences between Napa Valley and Paso Robles Cabernets. Napa Valley is known for its diversity of microclimates, resulting in a wide range of Cabernet styles. The region often produces wines with intense fruit concentration, complex aromas, and a well-defined sense of terroir. Paso Robles, on the other hand, is known for its warmer climate, which can yield riper and more robust Cabernets, often showcasing dark fruit flavors and a bold, approachable character.

Textbook Reserve Napa Cabernet

Napa Valley, California

2021,750ml

Our gorgeous 2021 Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon reveals layer after layer of wild blueberry, blackberry jam and mocha, as well as firm tannins and tons of complexity — perfect for partnering with rich meals and providing a memorable, indulgent sensory experience. Pour a glass and slow down. This is a wine you’ll want to savor.

Varietal Composition- 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 2% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot

Aged 15 months in French Oak, 40% New

Sale Price: $39.99

MSRP: $46.99

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Hess Maverick Ranches Paso Robles Cabernet

Paso Robles, California

2020, 750ml

Hess Maverick Ranches MVRK Cabernet Sauvignon is named in honor of our founding maverick spirit — one which has guided us for more than 40 years — and is our first Paso Robles Cabernet. Farmed in the Estrella District, MVRK Cabernet captures the essence of Paso Robles in a glass. Long hot days cooled by breezes through the Santa Lucia Mountains make MVRK big and lush. Aromas of Bing cherry are followed by flavors of red fruits and velvety, dark chocolate.

Aged: 18 months in 40% New French Oak

Sale Price: $27.99

Reg. Price: $39.99

90pts Wine Enthusiast- Mocha and mace spices enliven the strawberry and red cherry aromas on the pleasantly easy nose of this bottling. The palate's red cherry compote core is ripe with a hint of tartness, as a charcuterie element adds complexity.

84pts Wine Spectator- Delivers modest plum and cherry jam notes, with a dash of singed vanilla. Light-bodied, open-knit finish. Drink now.

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Cade Howell Mountain Napa Cabernet

Napa Valley, California

2019, 750ml

On the nose are aromas of cola, blueberry, red cherry, coco nibs, baking spices, and dried cranberries, followed by flavors of boysenberry, black cherry, elderberry, dark chocolate, clove, and licorice. It finishes with bramble, amaretto, and dried blue/black fruits. This wine has a classic Howell Mountain structure and tannin — big and bold but balanced in approach. The cooler vintage produced wines with higher perceived acidity and exceptional red fruit flavors and aromas.

Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 3% Malbec

Sale Price: $119.99

MSRP: $129.99

95pts Jeb Dunnuck- The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is even better, with a stunning nose of black and blue fruits as well as iron, black olive tapenade, and subtle herbal nuances. Pure 2019 goodness on the palate, it’s full-bodied, has ripe, polished tannins, a great mid-palate, and one heck of a finish. It’s not for those looking for old school Claret, but it brings beautiful richness and depth and will shine for at least 10-12 years as well.

94pts Wine Advocate- The 2019 Cade Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is blended of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple in color, it charges out of the glass with vibrant black cherry preserves, wild blueberries and mulberries scents, giving way to a core of cassis and star anise plus a waft of chocolate box. Full-bodied, concentrated and packed with bright black fruits, it has a fine-grained texture and long, energetic finish.

93pts Wine Spectator- This is packed with steeped plum and blackberry fruit paste notes mixed with tar, roasted apple wood and warm earth. A racy savory stripe is nicely buried through the finish, where a violet echo lingers. Best from 2024 through 2036.

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Cabernet Sauvignon is the leading variety for both Paso Robles and Napa, with 49% of Paso Robles and 40% of Napa planted to that variety, the most consumed red wine in the United States.

PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND ALWAYS USE A DESIGNATED DRIVER WHEN DRINKING ALCOHOL. MUST BE 21+.

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Experience the Best of California in One Glass With Our Napa Valley Cabernets and a Paso Robles Standout. Uncover the Contrast Between Napa’s Finesse and Paso’s Boldness. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ FIND A STORE SHOP NEW RELEASES CONTACT Napa Valley and Paso Robles are both renowned wine regions in California, celebrated for their Cabernet Sauvignon production. They share similarities in their dedication to producing high-quality Cabernets. Both regions benefit from the Californian climate, with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures, allowing Cabernet grapes to ripen fully, resulting in wines with rich, ripe fruit flavors and well-structured tannins. However, there are distinct differences between Napa Valley and Paso Robles Cabernets. Napa Valley is known for its diversity of microclimates, resulting in a wide range of Cabernet styles. The region often produces wines with intense fruit concentration, complex aromas, and a well-defined sense of terroir. Paso Robles, on the other hand, is known for its warmer climate, which can yield riper and more robust Cabernets, often showcasing dark fruit flavors and a bold, approachable character. Textbook Reserve Napa Cabernet Napa Valley, California 2021,750ml Our gorgeous 2021 Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon reveals layer after layer of wild blueberry, blackberry jam and mocha, as well as firm tannins and tons of complexity — perfect for partnering with rich meals and providing a memorable, indulgent sensory experience. Pour a glass and slow down. This is a wine you’ll want to savor. Varietal Composition- 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 2% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot Aged 15 months in French Oak, 40% New Sale Price: $39.99 MSRP: $46.99 Shop Textbook Reserve Napa Cabernet Now! Save $12 Now! Hess Maverick Ranches Paso Robles Cabernet Paso Robles, California 2020, 750ml Hess Maverick Ranches MVRK Cabernet Sauvignon is named in honor of our founding maverick spirit — one which has guided us for more than 40 years — and is our first Paso Robles Cabernet. Farmed in the Estrella District, MVRK Cabernet captures the essence of Paso Robles in a glass. Long hot days cooled by breezes through the Santa Lucia Mountains make MVRK big and lush. Aromas of Bing cherry are followed by flavors of red fruits and velvety, dark chocolate. Aged: 18 months in 40% New French Oak Sale Price: $27.99 Reg. Price: $39.99 90pts Wine Enthusiast- Mocha and mace spices enliven the strawberry and red cherry aromas on the pleasantly easy nose of this bottling. The palate's red cherry compote core is ripe with a hint of tartness, as a charcuterie element adds complexity. 84pts Wine Spectator- Delivers modest plum and cherry jam notes, with a dash of singed vanilla. Light-bodied, open-knit finish. Drink now. Shop Hess Maverick Ranches Paso Robles Cabernet Now! Cade Howell Mountain Napa Cabernet Napa Valley, California 2019, 750ml On the nose are aromas of cola, blueberry, red cherry, coco nibs, baking spices, and dried cranberries, followed by flavors of boysenberry, black cherry, elderberry, dark chocolate, clove, and licorice. It finishes with bramble, amaretto, and dried blue/black fruits. This wine has a classic Howell Mountain structure and tannin — big and bold but balanced in approach. The cooler vintage produced wines with higher perceived acidity and exceptional red fruit flavors and aromas. Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 3% Malbec Sale Price: $119.99 MSRP: $129.99 95pts Jeb Dunnuck- The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is even better, with a stunning nose of black and blue fruits as well as iron, black olive tapenade, and subtle herbal nuances. Pure 2019 goodness on the palate, it’s full-bodied, has ripe, polished tannins, a great mid-palate, and one heck of a finish. It’s not for those looking for old school Claret, but it brings beautiful richness and depth and will shine for at least 10-12 years as well. 94pts Wine Advocate- The 2019 Cade Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is blended of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple in color, it charges out of the glass with vibrant black cherry preserves, wild blueberries and mulberries scents, giving way to a core of cassis and star anise plus a waft of chocolate box. Full-bodied, concentrated and packed with bright black fruits, it has a fine-grained texture and long, energetic finish. 93pts Wine Spectator- This is packed with steeped plum and blackberry fruit paste notes mixed with tar, roasted apple wood and warm earth. A racy savory stripe is nicely buried through the finish, where a violet echo lingers. Best from 2024 through 2036. Shop Cade Howell Mountain Napa Cabernet Now! Cabernet Sauvignon is the leading variety for both Paso Robles and Napa, with 49% of Paso Robles and 40% of Napa planted to that variety, the most consumed red wine in the United States. PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND ALWAYS USE A DESIGNATED DRIVER WHEN DRINKING ALCOHOL. MUST BE 21+. Luekens is not responsible for supplier price increases that may affect retail prices or errors, including, but not limited to, human error or media print error. 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