Courtney Benham
Handcrafted Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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, 2017Deep 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, 20242016 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, 2019Cherry. Fruit. Medium body. Good tannins. Tim really enjoyed this one.
Cherry. Fruit. Medium body. Good tannins. Tim really enjoyed this one.
Jan 25th, 2019