Steltzner Vineyards

Claret Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

8.9149 ratings
8.76 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese
Top Notes For
Joel Martins

Powerful, fruity, and over the top. The only thing missing from making this the equivalent of a triple cheeseburger with a side of bacon, covered in cheese sauce and topped with beer battered Onion rings with mayo dipping sauce is more oak. More oak, and this would hit the alcohol, fruit, and oak trifecta. O well, 2 out of 3...but it's still not enjoyable.

Powerful, fruity, and over the top. The only thing missing from making this the equivalent of a triple cheeseburger with a side of bacon, covered in cheese sauce and topped with beer battered Onion rings with mayo dipping sauce is more oak. More oak, and this would hit the alcohol, fruit, and oak trifecta. O well, 2 out of 3...but it's still not enjoyable.

3 people found it helpfulOct 19th, 2014
Todd Timbrook

Great value wine. Needs to open a bit and drinks nicely

Great value wine. Needs to open a bit and drinks nicely

1 person found it helpfulDec 28th, 2014
Matt Nicoletti

Vanilla and berries nose. Medium bodied and fruity, with Berry and cacao notes, but not sweet.

Vanilla and berries nose. Medium bodied and fruity, with Berry and cacao notes, but not sweet.

Jan 9th, 2018
Dan Brilliant

Smooth, easy drinking wine, right after opening. No front bite nor back aftertaste. Be patient and it gets better.

Smooth, easy drinking wine, right after opening. No front bite nor back aftertaste. Be patient and it gets better.

Dec 25th, 2017
Matt Vekasy

Super smooth and delicious

Super smooth and delicious

Feb 18th, 2017
Willie Carter

Much, much better the second day. Floral aromas with undertones of blackberries and a touch of cedar. Big ripe fruits on the palate. Cherries, plums, chocolate, and more oak. Nice fruity finish and just a dash of complexity with the minerality. Very French but alas, the French do this better.

Much, much better the second day. Floral aromas with undertones of blackberries and a touch of cedar. Big ripe fruits on the palate. Cherries, plums, chocolate, and more oak. Nice fruity finish and just a dash of complexity with the minerality. Very French but alas, the French do this better.

Dec 24th, 2016
Mark Helsom

Paired with Grilled Salmon- Very nice for a casual wine on a weeknight.

Paired with Grilled Salmon- Very nice for a casual wine on a weeknight.

Sep 8th, 2016
Joe Cusack

Good wine with the best people

Good wine with the best people

Aug 28th, 2016
Mark Helsom

Great value... Wished I picked up a case for casual evenings...

Great value... Wished I picked up a case for casual evenings...

Jul 30th, 2016
Alexa Robertson

Delicious! Medium to full bodied. Magnificent.

Delicious! Medium to full bodied. Magnificent.

Jun 3rd, 2016