
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€1.283,84/pcs.
€1.605,00/pcs.
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Spottswoode Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a superb expression of Napa Valley at its most polished and complete, showing why Spottswoode is regarded as one of the region’s benchmark estates. Made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon with supporting Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it combines power, finesse, and remarkable depth in a grand-format 300cl bottle. The wine reflects the estate’s long tradition of meticulous vineyard care and classic, age-worthy winemaking.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine shows a deep, nearly black-red color that speaks to its concentration and intensity. The nose is elegant and layered, with aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry, cedar, tobacco, spice, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging.
On the palate, it is full-bodied and beautifully balanced, with ripe fruit, bright acidity, and seamlessly integrated tannins. The texture is silky yet structured, delivering a powerful but refined Cabernet profile that finishes long and persistent. While already impressive now, the 2021 vintage has excellent cellaring potential and should continue to develop gracefully over many years.
Production
The fruit comes entirely from Spottswoode’s own estate vineyards in Napa Valley, where careful long-term stewardship and attentive farming are central to the style of the wine. Cabernet Sauvignon forms the core of the blend, complemented by Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc to add complexity, structure, and aromatic detail. After harvest and fermentation, the wine is matured in French oak barrels to enhance texture, depth, and its layered flavour profile.
Food & Serving
This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with premium cuts of beef, grilled lamb, venison, and rich dishes such as braised short ribs or mushroom risotto. Serve it at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if drinking young, especially to allow the wine’s aromatics and tannins to open fully.
Producer
Spottswoode is one of Napa Valley’s most respected family-owned estates, with a history closely tied to the rise of California fine wine. Known for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, estate-grown fruit, and consistently elegant Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery has earned a strong reputation among collectors and critics alike. Its wines are celebrated for combining classic structure with freshness, precision, and longevity.
| Type | Red wine |
| Producer | Spottswoode |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | USA |
| Region | California |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 3000 ml |
| Food pairing |
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