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2021 Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
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2021 Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon re-imagines what a Napa Valley Cabernet can be. The well-known power of valley floor Cabernet Sauvignon is harnessed and softened by our mountain-grown Malbec.
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FROM THE WINEMAKER

“A touch of Malbec develops a softness in Lion Tamer Cabernet, making for a smooth and seamless wine. Supple tannins surround the palate, framing layers of juicy black currant, dark plum and hints of espresso, with well-integrated notes of baking spice from oak aging presenting on the lengthy, elegant finish.”

– Stephanie Pope, Winemaker

TECHNOLOGY AND WINEMAKING

Our Lions Head Cellar houses some of the most progressive winemaking technology allowing our winemakers to craft wines of exceptional quality that showcase the distinctive lands from which they come. The winemakers leverage tools like our optical sorter, which ensures only the highest quality berries are delivered to the fermentation tanks; and cutting-edge tanks, which facilitate 24/7 monitoring of pumpovers and micro-adjustments to be made throughout the winemaking process.

Recommended Pairing

Pork Osso Bucco with Mushrooms, Crispy Potatoes and Chard

Pair Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon with chef Chad Hendrickson's Pork Osso Bucco with Mushrooms, Crispy Potatoes and Chard

Wine Specs

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

Blend

86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 6% Petite Sirah

Scores

95 POINTS - Wine Enthusiast, 2021 Vintage
92 POINTS - James Suckling, 2021 Vintage

Prior Vintages
92 POINTS - James Suckling, 2019 Vintage
92 POINTS - Wine Spectator, 2018 Vintage
91 POINTS - Wine Advocate, 2017 Vintage

Appellation

Napa Valley

Harvest Date

Sep. 11 - Oct. 19, 2021

Alcohol %

14.5

Aging

18 months

Cooperage

35% New French & American oak

Tasting Notes

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