La Pelle Wines

Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.55 ratings
9.54 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
Ron R
9.6

In my opinion, there’s much “churn” in the Napa cab market right now, but La Pelle better understand how the high-end side of the market operates. It starts with a well-appointed winemaker - which is never outdated. This wine is stacked and jacked. Texture, and tension form the primary descriptors. Sandalwood is evident on the nose and palate. Mature cherries, oranges and bright acidity bring home what is an outstanding presentation.

In my opinion, there’s much “churn” in the Napa cab market right now, but La Pelle better understand how the high-end side of the market operates. It starts with a well-appointed winemaker - which is never outdated. This wine is stacked and jacked. Texture, and tension form the primary descriptors. Sandalwood is evident on the nose and palate. Mature cherries, oranges and bright acidity bring home what is an outstanding presentation.

Jul 3rd, 2023
Paul T- Huntington Beach

Getting better, its been a few months since the first one. Curious how it will do with the Shafer 4 hour decant, we’ll see on the next bottle, for now it’s drinking time

Getting better, its been a few months since the first one. Curious how it will do with the Shafer 4 hour decant, we’ll see on the next bottle, for now it’s drinking time

2 people found it helpfulAug 10th, 2019
Ron R
9.5

This probably wasn’t crafted for near-term consumption, as it’s drum-tight, and the tannins, while pristine, pack a punch. Excellent, but leave this for a few years. Your patience will be rewarded.
Went and completed a stairs workout with Anne-Marie. This is our view at the top - the dirty rotten big apple 🍎

This probably wasn’t crafted for near-term consumption, as it’s drum-tight, and the tannins, while pristine, pack a punch. Excellent, but leave this for a few years. Your patience will be rewarded.
Went and completed a stairs workout with Anne-Marie. This is our view at the top - the dirty rotten big apple 🍎

2 people found it helpfulJul 6th, 2019
Ron R
9.5

The stairs - Get some!

The stairs - Get some!

2 people found it helpfulJul 6th, 2019
Ron R
9.5

Excellent juice from La Pelle as always. We popped and poured this, but it needs cellaring. Brimming with overripe cherries, balsamic reduction and tobacco. On the palate, the tannins reign supreme. Superb density, complimented with a velvety structure. Bright acids and excellent minerality combine with coffee notes on the finish - pure decadence!
Artsy fartsy pic by wifey 😍

Excellent juice from La Pelle as always. We popped and poured this, but it needs cellaring. Brimming with overripe cherries, balsamic reduction and tobacco. On the palate, the tannins reign supreme. Superb density, complimented with a velvety structure. Bright acids and excellent minerality combine with coffee notes on the finish - pure decadence!
Artsy fartsy pic by wifey 😍

2 people found it helpfulMay 17th, 2019