Gnarly Head, 1924 Double Black Bourbon Barrel Aged Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Gnarly Head’s 1924 Double Black Bourbon Barrel Aged Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 brings a bold, California-inspired take on Cabernet, combining rich fruit with the added depth of bourbon barrel aging. It reflects the long-running Indelicato family winemaking tradition, which began in 1924 and helped shape one of California’s early homegrown wine businesses.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Cabernet is typically deep ruby to nearly opaque, hinting at its concentrated style. Expect layered aromas of ripe blackcurrant, dark cherry, vanilla, toasted oak, and warm spice, with the bourbon barrel influence adding subtle notes of caramel, smoke, and sweet baking spice. On the palate, it should be full-bodied and generous, with plush dark fruit, cocoa, oak spice, and a smooth, rounded texture. The finish is likely to be rich and lingering, making it approachable now while still having enough structure to hold up over the next few years.

Production
Sourced from California, this wine draws on the region’s warm climate and ample sunshine, which help Cabernet Sauvignon develop ripe fruit and supple tannins. The 1924 Double Black edition is finished with bourbon barrel aging, a technique that layers in extra sweetness, toast, and spice while complementing the grape’s natural richness.

Food & Serving
This is a natural match for grilled ribeye, barbecued short ribs, smoky burgers, or a classic roast with herb potatoes. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–45 minutes if you want the aromas and texture to open up more fully.

Producer
Gnarly Head is part of the Indelicato family’s long California wine story, which began with their first vineyard in 1924. As one of the early Italian-American wine families in the state, they helped build a substantial multi-brand wine business, and the family’s work was recognized when their company was named American Winery of the Year in 2007.

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