Detert Oakville Napa Cabernet 2021 1.5L Rated 94WS

VinoUS Media Review
Rated 95
Gorgeous and inviting, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is loaded with inky dark fruit, leather, mocha and grilled herbs that all run through. Readers will find a super-classic, structured Cabernet with a ton of character and personality. Drinking window: 2025-2036.

Detert Oakville Napa Cabernet 2021

A powerful, classically structured Oakville Cabernet, Detert's 2021 release showcases the depth, purity, and pedigree of one of Napa Valley's most historic vineyard families.
Sourced from their famed Oakville estate—long celebrated for producing world-class Cabernet—the wine delivers intensity, refinement, and unmistakable Detert character.

Key Details

• Producer: Detert Family Vineyards
• Region: Oakville, Napa Valley
• Varietal: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc
• ABV: ~14.5%
• Size: 750ml
• Style: Powerful, structured, age-worthy Napa Cabernet

Tasting Notes

• Blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark cherry
• Notes of graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, and warm spice
• Firm, polished tannins with deep concentration
• Long, persistent finish with Oakville minerality

Profile & Craft

• Estate-grown fruit from Detert's historic Oakville vineyard
• Meticulous small-lot winemaking emphasizing purity and structure
• French oak aging adds finesse, depth, and aromatic complexity
• A flagship Cabernet from one of Napa's most respected families

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F for optimal texture and aromatics
• Pairs with ribeye, lamb, short ribs, truffle dishes, and aged cheeses
• Drink now with decanting or cellar 12-20 years
• Ideal for collectors of premium, site-driven Napa Cabernet