2022 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon
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Deep, concentrated and profound, so layered and complex. Blueberries, blackcurrants, spearmint and hints of iron, anise and aromatic red fruit on the nose. The powerful tannins are powdery and fine, giving a subtle grip to the texture as well as promising a long life in the bottle. Contains 80% cabernet sauvignon, 18% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2035.
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Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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I appear to have underestimated Dalla Valle's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate prior to bottling, as this blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot is now showing more harmony and length. On the nose, intense black cherries join dark, loamy earth scents, while the medium to full-bodied palate is rich and velvety, showing admirable concentration, texture and terrific persistence on the finish.
A blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon and 18% Cabernet Franc, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a more restrained, elegant wine in the vintage, yet it still has the supple, approachable style of the vintage as well. Darker currants, cedar pencils, smoked tobacco, and hints of chocolate all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied, has a concentrated, layered mouthfeel, ripe yet building tannins, and a gorgeous finish.
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the wines of this very challenging vintage. Pliant and expressive, this mid-weight Cabernet Sauvignon is all class. The softer style of the year is evident, but there are no hard edges, no awkward contours. Floral and spice notes play off a core of dark-toned Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. The 2022 is simply impeccably done in every aspect.
About the producer
Dalla Valle Vineyards was founded in 1986 by Naoko and her late husband Gustav Dalla Valle, in Oakville. Initially they had wanted to create a luxury resort, but when they discovered the potential of the site, they changed tack and decided to make wine.