Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022 (MAGNUM)

December Deal #2

December Deals just got magnum-ificent! Clos du Val is Napa royalty, part of the legendary "class of '72" alongside names like Silver Oak, Jordan, Stag's Leap, and Chateau Montelena. Their wines cemented California’s place in the wine world after triumphing over top Bordeaux at the historic 1976 Judgment of Paris. Today, Clos du Val continues to shine, crafting wines that blend expressive fruit flavors with a gentle touch of oak for balance and finesse. The 2022 vintage? Earning a seriously respectable 92 points from James Suckling and Wine Enthusiast, this is your chance to enjoy an iconic producer at a great price. Packed with vibrant blackberry, cherry, and cassis, it’s complemented by hints of dark cocoa, fresh acidity, and silky tannins. Wine Enthusiast raves about its “mouthwatering and lengthy finish,” making it perfect to enjoy now or cellar for a special occasion.

Critic Notes:

• "A wash of elegant liquid offers a whisper of sleek tannins guided by sweet earth, slate, purple plum, and black olive. Midpoint savory notes of fig, toasted cedar, and black tea meld with heather and blackberry on the well- structured and impeccably balanced palate." - 96 Points, Tasting Panel
• "Fresh and nicely framed aromas of red currants, stone and sweet tobacco. Medium-bodied with open-grained tannins and a creamy finish. Crunchy fruit. A blend of 77% cabernet sauvignon, 12% merlot, 5% malbec, 4% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Very drinkable now, but can improve with age." - 92 Points, James Suckling
• "A mix of black fruits spun through with stimulating and flavorful spices fill the mouth with juicy and savory flavors. These are carried by a balance of acidity and fine-grained tannins into a mouthwatering and lengthy finish." - 92 Points, Wine Enthusiast