2020 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch

Cabernet Sauvignon - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WE 97 DC 95 TWI 95 JD 93 WA 93 VN 93 WS 93
WE 97

Wine Enthusiast, October 2023

Great concentration is the hallmark of this structured, dark and ageworthy estate-grown wine from a vineyard long sought after by other producers. From a dense aroma of tightly packed fruit, oak and espresso it moves to...
DC 95

Decanter, July 2023

The 2020 VHR achieves a dramatic balance of opulence and structure. Leading with plump dark fruit, fragrant brown spices, capsicum and bay laurel. Full-bodied with satiny black fruit framed by firm, present tannins that...
TWI 95

The Wine Independent, May 2023

(95+ points) The 2020 Vine Hill Ranch VHR Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep purple-black color. It springs from the glass with bright, vivacious red and black cherry notes, followed by a classic cassis, wild sage, and...
JD 93

jebdunnuck.com, December 2023

A rock-solid wine in the vintage, the 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon VHR was harvested from the 24th of August to the 4th of September. Despite these early dates, it has good ripeness in its darker currants, chocolate, violets...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2024

(93+ points) Derived from grapes picked between August 24 and September 25, there are limited quantities of VHR's 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a bit minty and herbal, with hints of crushed stone accenting mixed red and...
VN 93

Vinous, February 2023

The 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is dense, powerful and unyielding. Black cherry, chocolate, licorice, graphite, bay leaf and dried herbs give the 2020 its decidedly somber, potent feel. The 2020 was harvested from August 24...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, November 2023

Delivers warmed cassis and plum reduction notes that hold sway, but not without help from warm loam, bay leaf and tobacco accents. Reveals pretty floral hints in the background, too. The broad, earth-tinged finish is very...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Country USA
Region California
Sub-region North Coast
Appellation Napa
Sub-appellation Napa Valley
Vintage 2020
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.8%
Closure Cork

The 2020 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch is a true gem from California's Napa Valley, showcasing the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of VHR winery. This red wine exudes elegance and sophistication, making it a standout choice for any wine enthusiast.

In the glass, this Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a deep, rich red color that hints at the complex flavors and aromas to come. On the nose, notes of mixed red and black cherries mingle with hints of mint, crushed stone, and herbal accents, creating a captivating bouquet that invites you to take a sip.

Once on the palate, the 2020 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon truly shines. Medium to full-bodied, this wine is taut and firm, with a touch of austerity that adds to its overall charm. The flavors of black cherry, chocolate, licorice, graphite, and dried herbs create a layered and nuanced tasting experience that unfolds with each sip.

Critics have praised this wine for its density, power, and structure, with some noting the imposing presence of tannins that are characteristic of the challenging conditions of the 2020 vintage. Despite this, the VHR Cabernet Sauvignon is hailed as a very, very good wine that shows great promise for aging and development in the coming years.

Overall, the 2020 VHR Cabernet Sauvignon Vine Hill Ranch is a standout example of Napa Valley winemaking at its finest. With its impressive depth of flavor, impeccable balance, and age-worthy potential, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.