Ehret Bella's Knights Valley Cabernet 2022 Rated 93JS

Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 93
The nose of this intense Cabernet delivers aromas of crushed raspberry, concentrated blackberry, and purple flowers, while the palate brings rich tannin, supple acidity, and flavors of black plum, raspberry liqueur, licorice, and espresso along the finish.

Ehret "Bella's" Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Estate-grown mountain Cabernet with depth, purity, and elegance.
The 2022 Bella's Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of Ehret's signature estate expressions from Knights Valley—rich, structured, and shaped by the region's volcanic soils and warm days balanced by cool mountain nights. This vintage delivers concentrated dark fruit, polished tannins, and the refined power that defines top-tier Knights Valley Cabernet.

Key Details

• Producer: Ehret Family Winery
• Cuvée: “Bella's” Cabernet Sauvignon
• Region: Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Varietal: 97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot
• Style: Rich, structured, mountain-grown
• Farming: Estate fruit from volcanic foothills
• ABV: 15.5%

Tasting Notes

• Blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry
• Graphite, cocoa, and warm baking spice
• Hints of cedar, tobacco leaf, and crushed volcanic rock
• Long, structured finish with fine, polished tannins

Profile & Structure

• Mountain elevation adds freshness, lift, and mineral tension
• Dense fruit core balanced by vibrant natural acidity
• Refined tannin structure ideal for aging
• Classic Knights Valley profile with purity and power

Cellaring & Collectibility

• Shows beautifully now with decanting
• 5-12 year aging window enhances complexity
• Strong value in the estate-grown Sonoma Cabernet category
• Ideal for collectors of Knights Valley and mountain Cabernet

Food Pairing

• Grilled ribeye, tri-tip, or New York strip
• Lamb chops with rosemary and garlic
• Mushroom risotto or truffle pasta
• Aged cheddar, gouda, or alpine cheeses