Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a polished and expressive Napa Valley Cabernet, rooted in the classic Rutherford style where richness is balanced by structure and freshness. The 2021 vintage delivered excellent concentration and purity, and this wine opens with generous aromas of blackcurrant, ripe blackberry and plum, complemented by notes of cedar, graphite, cocoa and sweet spice from carefully judged oak ageing.

On the palate, it is full-bodied yet refined, with layers of dark fruit framed by firm, finely textured tannins and bright acidity that keeps everything in harmony. Hints of mocha, vanilla and savoury herbs add depth, leading to a long, confident finish. Already drinking well with a decant, Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 also has the structure to develop further in bottle and is an ideal match for grilled steak, slow-braised beef or rich, hearty dishes.

Cabernet Sauvignon (100%)

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s great red wine varieties, prized for its structure, longevity and unmistakable sense of authority. Naturally high in tannin and acidity, it produces wines with depth and backbone, often built around dark fruit flavours such as blackcurrant, blackberry and plum, alongside classic notes of cedar, tobacco and graphite. These qualities make Cabernet particularly well suited to ageing, where time in bottle softens its frame and allows greater complexity to emerge. While famously associated with Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon expresses itself differently across regions and climates. In warmer areas it shows generosity and ripeness, with plush fruit and a warming richness; in cooler climates, it leans towards restraint, freshness and aromatic lift. What unites all great examples is their ability to reward patience — whether through decanting to allow the wine to open fully, or through years in the cellar. Cabernet is a wine for slower enjoyment, unfolding gradually and offering more with every glass.

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