{"product_id":"robert-mondavi-winery-cabernet-sauvignon-reserve-2017","title":"Robert Mondavi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eRobert Mondavi Winery’s Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2017 is a benchmark Napa Valley Cabernet, drawn from the legendary To Kalon Vineyard and crafted as a tribute to Robert Mondavi’s vision of power with elegance. With fruit sourced from the estate’s finest parcels and handled with meticulous selection, it stands out for its purity, depth and refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows the dark, concentrated color you expect from a serious Napa Cabernet. The nose is layered and expressive, combining blackberries, cassis and ripe dark fruit with a distinctive herbal edge of sage, all lifted by cedar, baking spice and subtle oak complexity.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and intensely flavored, yet remarkably precise. Juicy dark berries meet savory herbal notes, supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity that give the wine energy and length. It is impressive now for its balance and depth, but it has the structure and concentration to age gracefully for at least 10 years, likely longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine comes from Robert Mondavi Winery’s top parcels in To Kalon Vineyard, one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated sites, known for its exceptional soils, sunshine and overall growing conditions. Harvest is carried out with strict selection in the vineyard, followed by a second meticulous sorting in the cellar to ensure only the best grapes make the final blend. Vinification is focused on preserving purity and concentration, with oak aging adding spice, texture and complexity without overshadowing the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Reserve Cabernet is an excellent partner for grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, venison or aged hard cheeses. Serve it at around 16–18°C, and decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended, especially if enjoyed young, to allow the wine’s aromatics and structure to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert Mondavi Winery is one of California’s most iconic names, founded in 1966 by Robert Mondavi, a pioneer who helped define modern Napa Valley winemaking. To Kalon was the first vineyard he invested in, and it remains deeply connected to the estate’s identity and reputation. Today, the winery continues to be recognized for crafting some of the region’s most respected Cabernet Sauvignons, blending heritage, precision and ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Robert Mondavi Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255770173777,"sku":"OS-160819","price":201.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/160819_5b4cac39-2379-4b25-9d42-b9d4cbd438aa.png?v=1783461676","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/robert-mondavi-winery-cabernet-sauvignon-reserve-2017","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}