The Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon is a tribute to winemaker John Daniel Jr., who produced the much-heralded Inglenook 1941 Cabernet Sauvignon from vine cuttings brought to the property from Bordeaux by original founder Gustave Niebaum. Today, this stand-out wine is still produced with organically-farmed fruit grown exclusively on their estate. Superb balance and freshness ensure that this wine will continue to evolve in the bottle for years to come.
The Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon is a tribute to winemaker John Daniel Jr., who produced the much-heralded Inglenook 1941 Cabernet Sauvignon from vine cuttings brought to the property from Bordeaux by original founder Gustave Niebaum. Today, this stand-out wine is still produced with organically-farmed fruit grown exclusively on their estate. Superb balance and freshness ensure that this wine will continue to evolve in the bottle for years to come.
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Personally chosen by Francis Ford Coppola, renowned French winemaker Philippe Bascaules came to Napa from Bordeaux in 2011 to become General Manager of the great American wine estate, Inglenook.
Bascaules began his career as assistant to the Estate Director at the legendary Château Margaux, one of France’s five First Growth Bordeaux estates.Bascaules’ experience of making some of the world’s most critically acclaimed wines has taught him the importance of respecting the heritage of a great ‘terroir.' His philosophy is unassuming and clear-cut: “I prefer to know, rather than believe. I am not here to make changes just for the sake of it; I want to know that any changes I implement will improve t...
Personally chosen by Francis Ford Coppola, renowned French winemaker Philippe Bascaules came to Napa from Bordeaux in 2011 to become General Manager of the great American wine estate, Inglenook.
Bascaules began his career as assistant to the Estate Director at the legendary Château Margaux, one of France’s five First Growth Bordeaux estates.Bascaules’ experience of making some of the world’s most critically acclaimed wines has taught him the importance of respecting the heritage of a great ‘terroir.' His philosophy is unassuming and clear-cut: “I prefer to know, rather than believe. I am not here to make changes just for the sake of it; I want to know that any changes I implement will improve the wine. Everything is a question of balance, but preserving elegance is essential. In my opinion, a 'grand vin' should be more than just sensational, it should also evoke emotion.”.
At Inglenook, Bascaules now leads a team of talented winemaking professionals dedicated to Coppola’s vision of making Inglenook the finest New World estate wine produced in the Old World style. In 1890, founder Gustave Niebaum stated that Inglenook would one day “produce the finest wines, to equal and excel the most famous vintages of Europe.” Over a century later, Coppola and Bascaules proudly continue the Inglenook legacy.
This wine is a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 1% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot. Full-bodied, rich, and concentrated, it exudes an elegant character that is both sophisticated and refined. The 2017 Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon reveals complex aromas of ripe blackberry brambles, dark black cherry, earthy truffle, fennel, and a touch of cocoa. The structure is tightly knit, with velvety tannins with subtle hints of vanilla and liquorice and leads to a long and generous finish. The wine displays superb balance and freshness, ensuring its ability to evolve beautifully over the years.
In 20217, rainfall in winter and spring was aplenty, totalling nearly 50 inches. These conditions allowed for a smooth transition into bloom and fruit set. All of the organically-farmed fruit on the Inglenook estate that comprise the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon was harvested from September 5th to October 6th. Matured for 18 months in French Oak that is 50% new.
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