Decoy

Duckhorn Portfolio California Cabernet Sauvignon

8.7109 ratings
8.52 pro ratings
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
Jonathan Wall

I don’t usually have an Impossible Burger... but when I do, it’s a Decoy! The burger exceeded expectations. Might have been worthy of the Duckhorn Merlot.

I don’t usually have an Impossible Burger... but when I do, it’s a Decoy! The burger exceeded expectations. Might have been worthy of the Duckhorn Merlot.

Jan 23rd, 2021
Allison Rich

Nice cab, strong tannins, dark fruit, high acid. Nice meaty wine.

Nice cab, strong tannins, dark fruit, high acid. Nice meaty wine.

1 person found it helpfulNov 16th, 2023
Adam Kincaid

A crowd pleasing Cali cab. Vanilla and plum aromas, some cigar too. Dark berry flavors, quite simple. Drinks lightly with a medium body, low acidity, and velvety finish but I’m slightly put off by some residual sweetness. That’s just my preference though, I know many people will really enjoy this.

A crowd pleasing Cali cab. Vanilla and plum aromas, some cigar too. Dark berry flavors, quite simple. Drinks lightly with a medium body, low acidity, and velvety finish but I’m slightly put off by some residual sweetness. That’s just my preference though, I know many people will really enjoy this.

1 person found it helpfulDec 23rd, 2022
Jill Barclay

I’ve had some inconsistencies with these Decoys bottles but this one holds up. Presents as a typical cab to me with a bit more sweetness.

I’ve had some inconsistencies with these Decoys bottles but this one holds up. Presents as a typical cab to me with a bit more sweetness.

1 person found it helpfulOct 24th, 2020
Jessica Knickerbocker

Enjoyed this.

Enjoyed this.

Mar 20th, 2025
Joe Christenson

Does fine but lacks fruit for Cali cab. Won’t rush to try it again.

Does fine but lacks fruit for Cali cab. Won’t rush to try it again.

Mar 15th, 2025
Austin Cookson

Tart with a nice finish

Tart with a nice finish

May 20th, 2023
Victor Hsu

Worthy California Cab that goes toe to toe with Napa bottles costing three times as much. Tasty blend of dark fruit, muscular tannins and Cabernet minerality: a great steak wine. Pleasant nose giving a preview of what’s to come, with a solid finish featuring notes of graphite and cocoa—just delicious. Enjoyed the 2020 vintage with bone-in ribeye at The Palm Restaurant, celebrating my son Robert’s 22nd birthday.

Worthy California Cab that goes toe to toe with Napa bottles costing three times as much. Tasty blend of dark fruit, muscular tannins and Cabernet minerality: a great steak wine. Pleasant nose giving a preview of what’s to come, with a solid finish featuring notes of graphite and cocoa—just delicious. Enjoyed the 2020 vintage with bone-in ribeye at The Palm Restaurant, celebrating my son Robert’s 22nd birthday.

Feb 25th, 2023
Ashish Bhatia

Good medium body cab, not too much fruit.

Good medium body cab, not too much fruit.

Feb 5th, 2023
Joan Ziegler

Affordable 2018 cab. Enjoyed on Saturday night in Menlo park with Rafael.

Affordable 2018 cab. Enjoyed on Saturday night in Menlo park with Rafael.

Dec 10th, 2022