2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Piedmont Originally purchased in 1978

Originally purchased in 1978

Produced from vines planted in 1960

This wine is the Cru Beaujolais of the Canary Islands made from 100+ year old vines

chill a bottle and hop on

juicy on the palate and with light

2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Piedmont Originally purchased in 1978Steve 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