J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Cabernet Sauvignon from Diamond Mountain District, Napa Valley, California

Notes from the Winemaker

The 2021 J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon presents a bouquet of brooding black currant, blackberry, cocoa powder, and toasted marshmallow, layered with espresso and anise. A powerful entry on the palate leads to a broad mid-palate of lush black cherry, pomegranate, acai berry and black pepper, which is completed with a velvety, balanced structure and long finish.

Blend: 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc

Reviews and Accolades

95 Points/Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
From the estate vineyard on Diamond Mountain, the 2021 J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is a solid effort, kicking off with subtle herbal shadings. Those are followed up by ripe red and black cherries and hints of licorice and dark chocolate. Intricate, complex and ripe, this medium to full-bodied wine is silky across the palate, with some fine, cocoa powder like tannins on the lingering finish. It's impressive and well-priced for the quality.

93 Points/Decanter
From the Davies family, proprietors of Schramsberg Vineyards and the J. Davies Estate atop Napa's Diamond Mountain. Sean Thompson has made the wines since 2006. 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec, 3% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc come from the single vineyard J. Davies Estate. Barrel aged 20 months in 60% new French oak. Super juicy blue and black-toned fruits are nuanced by toasty oak spices and bolstered by plush tannins. Full-bodied and imbued with fragrant violets, creme de cassis, and dried thyme with a savoury charcuterie note that lingers on the finish.

91 Points/James Suckling
The nose is lifted and vibrant, with aromas of blackcurrants, wild blackberries and mulberry bush. The palate has firmly integrated tannins and acidity, with notes of dark chocolate, cedar and graphite.