Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 1.5l 2022

96 Points Tasting Panel A wash of elegant liquid offers a whisper of sleek tannins guided by sweet earth, slate, purple plum, and black olive. Midpoint savory notes of fig, toasted cedar, and black tea meld with heather and blackberry on the well- structured and impeccably balanced palate.

92 Points James Suckling Fresh and nicely framed aromas of red currants, stone and sweet tobacco. Medium-bodied with open-grained tannins and a creamy finish. Crunchy fruit. A blend of 77% cabernet sauvignon, 12% merlot, 5% malbec, 4% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Very drinkable now, but can improve with age.

92 Points Wine Enthusiast A mix of black fruits spun through with stimulating and flavorful spices fill the mouth with juicy and savory flavors. These are carried by a balance of acidity and fine-grained tannins into a mouthwatering and lengthy finish.

90 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate One of the more realistically priced Napa Cabs out there, Clos du Val's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. Scents of black and red cherries, hints of violets and vanilla mark the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is silky and fresh, streamlined and classic in style.

90 Points Decanter A straightforward, unfussy Napa Cabernet, the 2022 Clos du Val is a juicy, red-and-black-fruited wine framed by graphite and new wood cedar. Medium-bodied, with featherweight tannins, it offers a smooth, easy-drinking texture, balanced by a decent grip on the short finish. This is an accessible, easygoing red, ready to enjoy right at the pull of the cork, with a solid drinking window of 5–7 years.