Courtney Benham

Handcrafted Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.0103 ratings
8.95 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
Meg Herring

Yummy cab. Nice fruit and tannin. 🍇

Yummy cab. Nice fruit and tannin. 🍇

Dec 26th, 2017
Matt Trader

I have to say, this idea of treasure hunting for the best extra fruit around the valley is proving to be a great investment. Of course he couldn't disclose his sources because it could undermine another famous and more expensive label, but all that matters is that his Courtney Benham labels are meant to over-perform. 14.2% alcohol from a warm vintage makes me suspect more southern Napa if I had to guess where the fruit was coming from. Chocolate covered pomegranate, lavender and clove in the aromas. The pallet is full of well integrated firm tannins, dark cherry, milk chocolate, nutmeg, and a lengthy finish. Not on the jammy rich side anymore, which makes this better for me. Great value for $25.

I have to say, this idea of treasure hunting for the best extra fruit around the valley is proving to be a great investment. Of course he couldn't disclose his sources because it could undermine another famous and more expensive label, but all that matters is that his Courtney Benham labels are meant to over-perform. 14.2% alcohol from a warm vintage makes me suspect more southern Napa if I had to guess where the fruit was coming from. Chocolate covered pomegranate, lavender and clove in the aromas. The pallet is full of well integrated firm tannins, dark cherry, milk chocolate, nutmeg, and a lengthy finish. Not on the jammy rich side anymore, which makes this better for me. Great value for $25.

May 30th, 2017
Jonathan Reimer

For $25-solid Napa cab

For $25-solid Napa cab

Sep 22nd, 2016
Jeffrey Woo

Deep ruby hue. Aromas of blackberry, cherry, leather, strawberry. Full-bodied, with full (yet smooth) tannins and plus acidity. Solid Napa Valley Cab. (Tasted in 2019.)

Deep ruby hue. Aromas of blackberry, cherry, leather, strawberry. Full-bodied, with full (yet smooth) tannins and plus acidity. Solid Napa Valley Cab. (Tasted in 2019.)

Apr 7th, 2024
Jeanette LaFreniere

Less than $30 🙌🏻

Less than $30 🙌🏻

Dec 24th, 2020
Jeff Thornhill

All around a good wine.

All around a good wine.

Feb 3rd, 2019
Kevin Laura Welch

2016 Courtney Benham was delicious!! Kevin and I both enjoyed how easy it was to drink and enjoy. Lots of fruit and just the right amount of dryness. Not too acidic. Beautiful Cab. Purchased at Total Wine for 19.99.

2016 Courtney Benham was delicious!! Kevin and I both enjoyed how easy it was to drink and enjoy. Lots of fruit and just the right amount of dryness. Not too acidic. Beautiful Cab. Purchased at Total Wine for 19.99.

Feb 3rd, 2019
Stephanie Schwindel

Cherry. Fruit. Medium body. Good tannins. Tim really enjoyed this one.

Cherry. Fruit. Medium body. Good tannins. Tim really enjoyed this one.

Jan 25th, 2019
Kyle Kemmer

Nice wine. Very drinkable.

Nice wine. Very drinkable.

Nov 10th, 2018
Josh Wallish

For $22 I have really enjoyed it. Great flavor from start to finish

For $22 I have really enjoyed it. Great flavor from start to finish

Nov 9th, 2018