Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon (98%), Merlot (2%)
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 94; Decanter 94; Jeb Dunnuck 92; Wine Spectator 92; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 91

Tasting Note
Rich black cherry and cassis with blueberries, crushed violets, graphite and cedar; savory herbs, vanilla and fine dusty tannins lead to a long, plush finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto. Asian: Korean BBQ (galbi), beef bulgogi, char siu, hoisin duck, Sichuan-style beef dishes.

Production Method
Fermented in stainless steel; pressed and aged approximately 18 months in French oak (minor % new oak), blended and bottled with minimal fining/filtration.

Vineyard Info
Crossbarn is Paul Hobbs’ value-driven Napa project honoring his family’s ‘cross barn’; focuses on sustainably farmed fruit from selected Napa sites to deliver approachable, terroir-driven Cabernet at accessible prices.