Today's Wine Review
2023 Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon "Napa Valley"
Winery: Beaulieu Vineyard
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"
Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape blend: 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Malbec, 4% Petite Syrah, 2% Merlot & 2% Cabernet Franc
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Napa Valley
State or country: CA
Price: $40
Cases produced: unknown
KWG Score: 91 (based on 1 review)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)
Review date: November 28, 2025
Wine Review: This very dark ruby colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Beaulieu Vineyard opens with a mild black cherry and tobacco bouquet with hints of cassis, gentle black tea, and wet stone. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, and gentle. The flavor profile is a gentle black plum and stony minerality blend with notes of gentle cassis and tobacco. I also detected hints of black raspberry and oak. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and its gentle tannins drift away nicely. I would pair this Cabernet Sauvignon with a grilled skirt steak with garlic and herbs. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: Our 2023 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is youthful and bright, opening with a generous burst of blackberry and ripe plum, interwoven with rich layers of cocoa bean, molasses, and chocolate-covered cherries. Subtle hints of toasted hazelnut skin lend a nutty warmth, while a streak of ripe strawberry adds a lifted, high-toned contrast to the darker fruit core. The palate is medium-bodied in density with a lively structure and freshness in acidity that emphasizes its red-fruited profile. Notes of sweet Bing cherry and red raspberry take center stage, offering a fresh, juicy palate that carries through to a long, raspberry sorbet-like finish. Underpinning the fruit is a fine thread of dark chocolate, which adds nuance and depth. Fine-grained, felt-like tannins provide a soft but structured backbone, supporting the wine’s vibrant character and promising a graceful evolution in bottle. This Cabernet is mouth pleasing and approachable, making it the perfect accompaniment to grilled meat dishes like beef tenderloin, duck breast with cherry glaze or roasted rosemary encrusted lamb chops, or pair alongside aged cheeses or mushroom risotto.
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