Promontory Napa Valley 2015

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Promontory
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 99; Vinous 99; Wine Advocate (Lisa Perrotti-Brown) 98; Jeb Dunnuck 98; Decanter 96; Wine Spectator 95

Tasting Note
Concentrated cassis, black cherry and blackberry with lavender, graphite, cedar and cocoa. Polished yet firm tannins, mineral undertow and bay/olive-herb notes. Full-bodied, layered and long, with powerful dark-fruit core and mountain freshness.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Peking duck, char siu, Sichuan-style beef, teriyaki steak.

Production Method
Hand-harvested mountain fruit; small‑lot fermentations with extended maceration. Aged primarily in new French oak barrels (~18–22 months). Minimal filtration; traditional cellar techniques to preserve structure and terroir.

Vineyard Info
Estate project of H. William Harlan on the Yountville hills. Low-yield, mountain vineyards focused on terroir-driven Cabernet; Davide Cilli led the 2015 vintage winemaking.