Ilaria

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.161 ratings
9.29 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Donald Patz

Owner/Winemaker Patz & Hall

9.5

One of my favorites of the tasting. Bold, rich and smooth textured style. Delicious

One of my favorites of the tasting. Bold, rich and smooth textured style. Delicious

1 person found it helpfulMar 3rd, 2015
Austin Baik

Too young

Too young

Nov 25th, 2022
Paul K
9.3

From Pina winemaker. It’s great. Chocolate covered cherries. Need to get more.

From Pina winemaker. It’s great. Chocolate covered cherries. Need to get more.

Feb 1st, 2022
Erica Gamble

Wow. Like sinking into a plush velvet couch. Full bodied, dark cherry, dark tones (is that leather?) Smooth and complex.

Wow. Like sinking into a plush velvet couch. Full bodied, dark cherry, dark tones (is that leather?) Smooth and complex.

Aug 27th, 2021
J Levenson

Terrific 2015 at less than $60. Wow, “There is also a deep mineral component here-notes of crushed gravel and potting soil-that offers a counterpoint to the abundant fruit.” - Ian Cauble, Master Sommelier SommSelect

Terrific 2015 at less than $60. Wow, “There is also a deep mineral component here-notes of crushed gravel and potting soil-that offers a counterpoint to the abundant fruit.” - Ian Cauble, Master Sommelier SommSelect

Feb 21st, 2021
Rob Sternthal

If I hadn’t met winemaker at Mustards in June I never would’ve known, but this is a great wine for the price point. Go find some and try. Deep and rich. Went well with ribs and chicken bbq.

If I hadn’t met winemaker at Mustards in June I never would’ve known, but this is a great wine for the price point. Go find some and try. Deep and rich. Went well with ribs and chicken bbq.

Sep 8th, 2020
Rob Sternthal

Was fortunate enough to meet winemaker at Mustards Grill a month ago and she let me try this wine - same vintage I think. And now this has become one of my favorite wines under $60. If you can find it, buy it. Serve it to your friends who expect you to serve them Realm, Patria or Bond, etc.

Was fortunate enough to meet winemaker at Mustards Grill a month ago and she let me try this wine - same vintage I think. And now this has become one of my favorite wines under $60. If you can find it, buy it. Serve it to your friends who expect you to serve them Realm, Patria or Bond, etc.

Jul 18th, 2020
E & K G

Good fruit concentration and you can sense the oak use, but in a good way as it all blends together very well. Smooth tannins and really nice freshness that comes with some acidity and minerality too. Hats off!

Good fruit concentration and you can sense the oak use, but in a good way as it all blends together very well. Smooth tannins and really nice freshness that comes with some acidity and minerality too. Hats off!

Jan 12th, 2020
Alton Komori

2014 - Fruit forward nose and palate with slightly dusty and tannic finish; great with pizza; a real value at $32 plus shipping.

2014 - Fruit forward nose and palate with slightly dusty and tannic finish; great with pizza; a real value at $32 plus shipping.

Sep 21st, 2018
Chip Krotee

Actually really good. On the bolder side, smooth start. Blackberry and berry undertones. Maybe blueberry. Good length and thinking through the middle. I’d say medium minerals and solid finish. 2014 was really good. $75, but a steal if you can find lower than that.

Actually really good. On the bolder side, smooth start. Blackberry and berry undertones. Maybe blueberry. Good length and thinking through the middle. I’d say medium minerals and solid finish. 2014 was really good. $75, but a steal if you can find lower than that.

Oct 19th, 2017