2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Sake such as with Dolin Rouge

such as with Dolin Rouge in the Lower Manhattan

Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a dash of Petit Verdot for a peppery touch

from Le Marche on the Adriatic coast

elegant tannins

The Onkel Peter (AP 4) from south facing slopes pops with creamy cassis

2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Sake such as with Dolin RougeSteve Matthiasson has been leading his own charge since the 1990s when he went against the massive, oaky, flashy wines that were predominant. Matthiasson has always been a lesson in restraint and elegance. 2020 was at risk for smoke taint from the California fires, Matthiasson chose to pick the vineyards earlier than they ever had, the result is high toned red fruits, incredible acid and structure. The oak is handled in a way similar to Barolo, 20