Schrader Double Diamond Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Story: The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon stands to outshine the award-winning 2019 vintage with even deeper concentration and complexity. On the nose, the wine leaps from the glass with ripe blackberry, cassis, black cherry, and red plum, with a lovely herbaceous undertone. The palate expresses juicy red and black fruits with hints of black tea, damp earth, vanilla bean, lavender, and just a touch of flint. With fine-grained tannins and mouthwatering acidity that lingers through the long finish, this wine is ready to drink upon release but will cellar well for years to come.

Winemaker: Thomas Rivers Brown’s gift for reading the vines and recognizing the choicest blocks for sourcing has made him one of the most sought-after winemakers in the world. With fantastic natural ability and an unwavering dedication to excellence, he oversees all aspects of vineyard management and winemaking practices for Double Diamond.

Region: The Oakville AVA is nestled between the Mayacamas and Vaca Mountains. Blessed with highly diverse soils and an ideal blend of sun, cooling wind, and rain, this narrow swath of Napa Valley produces some of the most sought-after Cabernet Sauvignon in the world.

Score:  95 points, James Suckling