The Prisoner Wine Company

The Prisoner Cabernet Sauvignon

9.193 ratings
9.12 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
Kevin Klucka

Overpriced. Slight fruity and easy drinking $55 drinks like $25

Overpriced. Slight fruity and easy drinking $55 drinks like $25

2 people found it helpfulJul 9th, 2021
Sipping Fine Wine

This is a blend, nothing less from Prisoner: Cab with Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah and splash of Charbono, aged for 15 months in French and American oak (55% new). Deep Ruby with aromas of dark berry fruits, cedar and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of black cherry and blackberry with notes of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Fine tannins, long finish, lively acidity, nice mouthfeel ending with fruit and spice. Nice!

This is a blend, nothing less from Prisoner: Cab with Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah and splash of Charbono, aged for 15 months in French and American oak (55% new). Deep Ruby with aromas of dark berry fruits, cedar and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of black cherry and blackberry with notes of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Fine tannins, long finish, lively acidity, nice mouthfeel ending with fruit and spice. Nice!

1 person found it helpfulMar 29th, 2022
Sipping Fine Wine

Of course this is a blend, nothing less from Prisoner, Cab with Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah and splash of Charbono, aged for 15 months in French and American oak (55% new). Deep Ruby with aromas of dark berry fruits, cedar and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of black cherry and blackberry with notes of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Fine tannins, long finish, lively acidity, nice mouthfeel ending with fruit and spice.

Of course this is a blend, nothing less from Prisoner, Cab with Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah and splash of Charbono, aged for 15 months in French and American oak (55% new). Deep Ruby with aromas of dark berry fruits, cedar and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of black cherry and blackberry with notes of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Fine tannins, long finish, lively acidity, nice mouthfeel ending with fruit and spice.

1 person found it helpfulDec 17th, 2021
Mark S.

Fruity The Prisoner Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon 22 @16720, Pieroth, 251117

Fruity The Prisoner Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon 22 @16720, Pieroth, 251117

Nov 17th, 2025
Ming L
9.2

Notes of black cherry, cassis, sandalwood, baking spices, and just subtle green olive, which are consistent with the notes from about 9 months ago. Delicious.

Prisoner’s Cab can age for 10-15 years.

Notes of black cherry, cassis, sandalwood, baking spices, and just subtle green olive, which are consistent with the notes from about 9 months ago. Delicious.

Prisoner’s Cab can age for 10-15 years.

Oct 26th, 2025
Julia F

Little too black fruit forward. Darker notes than typically enjoyed however would pair well with a nice steak. Could come around to the bitter notes potentially. Solid quality overall.

Little too black fruit forward. Darker notes than typically enjoyed however would pair well with a nice steak. Could come around to the bitter notes potentially. Solid quality overall.

Jul 21st, 2025
TwiLea Fletcher

07.17.25

07.17.25

Jul 18th, 2025
Ming L
9.2

The nose shows black cherry, cassis, sandalwood, baking spices, and just hint of green bell pepper. Ripe and juicy on the palate leaning towards a bit jammy, but there is sufficient acidic lift. Silky tannins. Long candied finishes.
I really like The Prisoner wines, and this is no exception. Have a good 8-10 years ahead.

The nose shows black cherry, cassis, sandalwood, baking spices, and just hint of green bell pepper. Ripe and juicy on the palate leaning towards a bit jammy, but there is sufficient acidic lift. Silky tannins. Long candied finishes.
I really like The Prisoner wines, and this is no exception. Have a good 8-10 years ahead.

Jan 24th, 2025
Bonnie Chu

Perf With the most traditional of pairings 🥩

Perf With the most traditional of pairings 🥩

Dec 26th, 2024
Zach Quintanilla

Drinks well with big foods. Cherry, pepper, and some chocolate.

Drinks well with big foods. Cherry, pepper, and some chocolate.

Nov 9th, 2024