Doug Powers

9.2

Cork went backwards into the bottle, but was intact. Lovely medium-red color, faint bricking on edge, dried red fruits, subtle American oak, very suave on the palate, yet still shows some tannic grip into the long, lingering finish, I’ve long adored these 1980s/early 1990s Pesquera “regular” Ribera del Duero tintos, which avoided the much more lavishly oaked Janus Riserva cuvée, and most amazingly, how long these $18-20 regular cuvées will age!! — 2 days ago

with Jim

Sipping Fine Wine

9.2

Deep Ruby, slight purple edges, aromas of sweet red and black fruits with pepper spice and oak, 100% Tempranillo, aged in American oak. On the palate flavors of blackberry and cherry with licorice, cacao, vanilla and toasty oak tones. Full ripe tannins, wonderful balance, lively acidity on a long finish ending with an earthy mineral character. Very nice! — 5 months ago

Tyler Porterfield

9.5

Wonderful nose & velvety flavor. Smooth, hood but not too sweet. Delicious…love it — 3 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Lithology – Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Napa Valley – California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Crafted from select Napa Valley vineyards, Lithology specializes in expressive, small-production Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2021 vintage exemplifies the lush, polished, and powerful style that has made Napa Cabs world-famous. (Educational note: Napa’s 2021 vintage was hailed for concentration and balance after a smaller-than-average crop, yielding wines of both richness and structure.)

Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry dominate, with layers of mocha, vanilla, and cedar. Hints of violet, graphite, and baking spice add refinement.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied, with an extraordinary, velvety texture. Luscious, layered, and mouth-coating, yet balanced by fine tannins and polished acidity. A true “show stopper” style with lingering intensity.

Food Pairings
Ideal with ribeye steak, braised short ribs, or grilled lamb. Also pairs beautifully with truffle dishes or aged hard cheeses.

Verdict
A bold, luxurious Napa Cab — expressive, concentrated, and texturally stunning. The 2021 Lithology is a modern classic, delivering both power and elegance in equal measure. 🍷

Did You Know?
The Lithology label is produced under the Alejandro Bulgheroni Estate, a project known for working with acclaimed vineyard sources and top consulting winemakers in Napa.

Collector’s Rarity 📌
While not made in huge quantities, Lithology is highly allocated and prized among Napa collectors, making the 2021 vintage a coveted bottle. — a month ago

Angel Aragunde

9.2

Excellent wine! — 10 months ago

Ericsson

9.2

This is so extra! Carries that old-world fruit forward, dusty, tannic, yet velvety feel, especially when given about and hr to aerate. Not a textbook but certainty classically joyfully RdD. — 3 years ago

Gladys Xiques

9.0

Paired with puerco chicharron and cabezas de pescado. Lovely and easy to drink. Medium red fruit. — 3 months ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.4

Alejandro di marco — 4 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.3

Deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits with pepper spice and oak, 100% Tempranillo, aged 24 months in American oak. On the palate flavors of blackberry and cherry with licorice, cacao, vanilla and toasty oak tones. Full ripe tannins, nice balance, lively acidity on a long finish ending with fruit and an earthy mineral character. Very nice! — 5 months ago

Francisco Perez

9.0

I love Spanish wines and Garnacha wines are a great value. This wine is inexpensive but burst with aromas and flavors that go beyond the price. It is vibrant and peppery. Excellent value wine. Great with cheese and crusty Cuban bread! Salud. 2019 vintage. — 3 years ago