{"product_id":"2016-eisele-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-magnum","title":"2016 Eisele Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 Eisele Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon in magnum format is a benchmark Napa Valley Cabernet from one of the region’s most revered sites. Sourced entirely from the historic Eisele Vineyard east of Calistoga, this wine marries power and precision in a way that only truly great terroir can achieve. Presented in a magnum, it offers exceptional aging potential and a grand, celebratory format for collectors and connoisseurs alike.\n\nWhat sets this wine apart is its origin: a single vineyard farmed organically since 1998 and biodynamically since 2000, with Cabernet vines first planted here in 1964. The 2016 vintage has been widely acclaimed, including a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, underscoring its status as one of Napa’s modern classics. Eisele’s signature style—deep concentration without heaviness, refined texture, and haunting complexity over time—is fully on display in this remarkable bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2016 Eisele Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon shows a deep, opaque garnet core with a vivid ruby rim—densely colored yet bright, hinting at both concentration and freshness. Swirling reveals slow, elegant legs that reflect its richness and structure.\n\nThe nose is intensely pure and layered: blackcurrant (cassis), ripe blackberry, and black cherry interwoven with cedar, graphite, tobacco leaf, and a touch of pencil shavings. Subtle notes of violets, cocoa, warm baking spices, and a whisper of dried herbs and crushed rock speak to both meticulous élevage and the character of the Eisele site. With air, more nuances emerge—sandalwood, cigar box, and a gentle, savory mineral tone.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet remarkably poised, with a core of dark fruit—cassis, plum, and black cherry—wrapped in finely grained, silky tannins. There is great depth and intensity, but no sense of heaviness: flavors of cedar, tobacco, dark chocolate, and espresso are lifted by a vibrant line of acidity and a cool, stony minerality. The finish is long, persistent, and refined, lingering with notes of blackcurrant, spice, and subtle graphite. In magnum, the 2016 shows superb structure and balance, built for the long haul.\n\nAging potential is outstanding. While already captivating with proper aeration, this magnum is best suited to extended cellaring: expect it to evolve gracefully for 20–30 years or more from vintage, with the larger format further extending its life and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Eisele Vineyard lies in the northeastern corner of Napa Valley, just east of Calistoga at the foot of the Palisades mountains. The site benefits from well-drained, cobbly and alluvial soils over ancient riverbed gravels, which naturally limit vigor and concentrate flavor, while cool night air descending from the mountains preserves freshness and aromatic precision. This exceptional terroir has been continuously planted to vines since the 1880s and is now farmed with the utmost respect for the land: certified organic since 1998 and biodynamic since 2000.\n\nFor the Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, all grapes are 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, grown on meticulously tended vineyard blocks and harvested entirely by hand at optimal ripeness. Strict selection in the vineyard and at the winery ensures only the finest fruit is used. After gentle destemming and sorting, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vessels, allowing for a precise, slow extraction of color, aroma, and tannin. The wine is then aged for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new oak from top coopers, adding subtle layers of spice and structure without overwhelming the purity of the fruit. The result is a wine that transparently expresses the Eisele Vineyard’s character while showcasing the elegance and depth of world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a Cabernet for the table, best matched with refined yet robust dishes. Ideal pairings include grilled or roasted lamb (rack or saddle with rosemary and garlic), dry-aged ribeye or côte de boeuf, braised short ribs, venison or other game, and richly sauced beef stews. It also works beautifully with mature, firm cheeses such as aged Comté, Parmigiano Reggiano, or well-aged cheddar, as well as dishes featuring earthy mushrooms or black truffle.\n\nServe at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and fine tannins. Given the structure and youthfulness of the 2016 in magnum, decanting is highly recommended: 2–3 hours before serving for current enjoyment, and up to 4 hours if consumed in the next few years. In its later maturity, a shorter decant of 60–90 minutes will be sufficient to allow the bouquet to fully unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEisele Vineyard is one of Napa Valley’s true heritage sites, with vines first planted on the property in the 1880s. Located just east of Calistoga at the base of the Palisades, the vineyard has long been recognized as a singular terroir, originally planted to Zinfandel and Riesling before Cabernet Sauvignon took root here in 1964. Over the decades, wines from Eisele fruit—first under other labels and later as an estate—have earned a reputation for combining Napa’s natural generosity with an Old World sense of finesse and longevity.\n\nToday, the estate is renowned for its unwavering commitment to organic and biodynamic farming, its meticulous vineyard work, and a classical, terroir-driven winemaking approach. Eisele Vineyard sits among the elite producers of Napa Valley, regularly receiving top scores and international acclaim—such as the 100\/100 rating for this 2016 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon—from leading critics. Its wines are considered some of the most collectible and ageworthy in California, consistently expressing the purity, nuance, and quiet power that have made this site legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eisele Vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251837391185,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-162751-2","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_Eisele_Vineyard_Estate_Cabernet_Sauvignon_1_1.png?v=1783441750","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2016-eisele-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}