J. Davies - Jamie Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	J. Davies
Country	United States
Region	California
Subregion	Napa Valley
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage	2021
Sku	05108
Size	750ml

  

TASTING NOTES “Our 2021 Jamie Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of black cherry and dark fruit, warmed by blackberry cobbler and caramel. Hints of espresso and cigar box add depth. The palate starts with cinnamon spice, while the core is dense and plush with ripe, black fruit. It has attractive, peppery tannins and a creamy finish.” - Winemakers JP Pierce, Jessica Koga, Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies and Consulting Winemaker Celia Welch

We look at all the estate Cabernet Sauvignon blocks', says Celia Welch, 'and find maybe our best 810 barrels to keep separate'. Aged for about 30 months in primarily new French oak, this wine offers remarkable silkiness and concentration. Rich black currants, blackberry fruit, and cedarwood spice form a polished core, with layers of pine forest, forest floor, deep currant and kirsch fruit. The tannins are supremely fine and seamlessly integrated after extended time in barrel, finishing with classic caramel and toffee spice notes, along with a hint of dark cocoa, cacao nibs, fig, and pressed wildflowers. It is a wine of both density and freshness wrapped into one generous and utterly delectable package.

A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot, the 2021 J. Davies Jamie comes from the family estate vineyards on Diamond Mountain. Haunting fragrances of sage and violet mark the nose, joined by black cherries and cassis, while the full-bodied palate is wonderfully expansive yet silky, concentrated and flavorful without showing any heaviness or alcoholic heat, despite weighing in at 15.4% alcohol. The finish boasts ample structure and texture, folding in hints of licorice and dried spices. It's an impressive effort from the Davies family and consultant Celia Welch.

Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a gorgeous nose of red and black fruit interwoven with notes of chocolaty oak, leafy herbs, and some meaty, iron-like nuances. I love it on the palate as well, and it's incredibly concentrated, with a broad, layered mouthfeel and a great finish. This beauty will cruise for two decades in cold cellars.

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Jamie is silky, elegant and super-refined. Crushed red berry fruit, spice, blood orange, mint and a kiss of French oak are all beautifully delineated. The Jamie emerges from a selection of blocks in the Diamond Mountain estate vineyard. This sleek, racy Cabernet Sauvignon is a winner.