Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.543 ratings

9.37 pro ratings

Oakville, 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

9.5

If I was to identify a North Coast California vintage that is a “go to” right now I’d select the ‘05 without reservation, I’ve had so many spectacular samples lately and I’m smitten. This Backus was just singing tonight. Gorgeous, powerful multi dimensional nirvana.

If I was to identify a North Coast California vintage that is a “go to” right now I’d select the ‘05 without reservation, I’ve had so many spectacular samples lately and I’m smitten. This Backus was just singing tonight. Gorgeous, powerful multi dimensional nirvana.

Apr 4th, 2019

Joseph Phelps Vineyards

9.5

Very tight when we opened it. After an hour it was gorgeous - violets mixed with dark fruits and scorched earth.

Very tight when we opened it. After an hour it was gorgeous - violets mixed with dark fruits and scorched earth.

Apr 5th, 2015

9.1

Really well done. Fruit is elegant and soft. Balanced tannin. Showing so well.

Really well done. Fruit is elegant and soft. Balanced tannin. Showing so well.

Mar 31st, 2015

10

Stunning

Stunning

Dec 16th, 2013

9.3

Christmas 2018 at Josh & Lu’s Casa.

Christmas 2018 at Josh & Lu’s Casa.

Dec 26th, 2018

9.5

Solid performer

Solid performer

Mar 23rd, 2016

10

💯

💯

Dec 22nd, 2015

9.4

Massive Red! Best I ever tasted! I don't let price dictate quality but it was so smooth and matched Mid Rare Ribeye so well!

Massive Red! Best I ever tasted! I don't let price dictate quality but it was so smooth and matched Mid Rare Ribeye so well!

Dec 3rd, 2015

9.5

Awesome wine

Awesome wine

Dec 3rd, 2015

9.3

This is just a babe still. Hold. Wow, special.

This is just a babe still. Hold. Wow, special.

Nov 22nd, 2015