Matthew Wallace Cabernet Sauvignon Adobe Vineyard 2021 750ml

Matt knows Wallace Ranch’s 100 planted acres intimately, and he’s always known these 18 were special. East-facing slopes, layered with well-draining soils, at the foot of steep, tree-strewn hills—practically tailor-made to yield sophisticated Cabernet. It’s the site he’s always wanted to plant. So when he got the chance, he collaborated with Thomas Rivers Brown to treat it just like an iconic Napa Valley vineyard. They matched clones and rootstocks to each block, the exact specifications they each prefer for producing top-notch wine. The Cabernet Sauvignon here ripens to juicy perfection under morning light and afternoon heat. But the vines are sheltered from the evening sun, giving the site dramatic diurnal temperature swings that balance the wine’s bold fruit with vibrant acidity and elegant structure.