Great Sage

9.8

Rich, lush, good body and acidity. Perfect just now. Paired with steak. — 3 months ago

Kristen Grimes

9.2

Definitely a Napa Cab, but so refined. A.rich body without being all oak. A balance of dark fruits, oak, acidity and soft tannins. Amazing with beef short ribs and caramelized veggies on Christmas Day ❤️💚 — 5 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Charles Krug – Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
The 2017 vintage of their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted primarily from estate fruit across valley-floor vineyards, showing an approachable and structured style. This wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon with small supporting portions of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc to round it out.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, plum, and blackberry are joined by subtle layers of cedar, tobacco, and baking spice. Hints of mocha and graphite emerge as the wine opens, bringing complexity without overshadowing the ripe fruit core.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, with polished tannins and a backbone of balanced acidity. The mid-palate is rich and velvety, while the finish lingers with dark fruit, oak spice, and a whisper of minerality.

Winemaking Notes
Aged 18 months in French oak (about 35% new), this wine is a balance of tradition and modern winemaking. Charles Krug continues to champion elegance over excess, and the 2017 vintage shows restraint despite Napa’s warm growing conditions.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, beef short ribs, or roasted portobello mushrooms. Aged gouda or firm sheep’s milk cheeses also complement its depth and structure.

Verdict
A polished, reliable Napa Cabernet that honors Charles Krug’s heritage while delivering a style accessible to today’s wine drinkers. The 2017 is drinking beautifully now, with enough structure to cellar for a few more years. — 9 months ago

Ted

9.4

Solid. Tannins have softened. Black fruit and some herbs. Absolutely loved it. — 4 months ago

with Jeni

Michael Coscetta

9.3

Thank you Brian and Ashley — 5 months ago

Jocholla

9.1

Big Napa fruit. — a year ago

Ericsson

9.5

Now this, is a proper Napa Cab. Text book profile and yes, that is a good thing. — 5 months ago

AC Fiedler

9.0

Hard to go wrong - 2025 Christmas with a leg of lamb roast. Delicious. Had it open and then decanted for about 90min ahead of time. Opened up nicely. — 5 months ago

VA

9.0

Drinking in 2025. Plums and dark fruit on nose, hints of tobacco and smoke on front of palate. Sorta gets lost after a great start, with short unremarkable finish. — 8 months ago

K L

9.3

Mellower than expected with age. Might be a good balance a few years sooner with more oak. Still excellent and a wonderful treat. — a year ago

with Matt