Sourced from a single vineyard on Napa Valley's renowned Howell Mountain, the VIA Napa 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the concentration, structure, and freshness that define this celebrated mountain AVA. Produced from the outstanding 2022 vintage and awarded 94 points, it offers layers of blackberry, cassis, cocoa, and graphite supported by firm mountain tannins and a long, refined finish. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2038+.
Winemaking Notes
The Reserve was crafted from three individual estate blocks, all hand-picked and hand-sorted. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, and the wine was aged for 22 months—one-third in new oak and two-thirds in neutral. Final blending was completed two months prior to bottling to ensure harmony, balance, and a refined expression of the estate fruit.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Deep ruby with a nearly opaque core.
Aroma
Blackberry, cassis, graphite, dark cocoa, mountain herbs, and espresso.
Palate
Concentrated dark fruit layered with crushed stone, mocha, and fine mountain tannins. Rich yet balanced with exceptional length and structure.
Cellaring Potential
Enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2038+.
Sourced from a single vineyard in Napa Valley's renowned Oak Knoll District AVA, the VIA Napa 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon highlights the elegance and balance that define one of the valley's coolest growing regions. Cooling marine breezes from nearby San Pablo Bay extend the growing season, allowing the fruit to ripen gradually while preserving vibrant acidity, aromatic complexity, and refined structure. Well-drained gravelly loam soils naturally encourage balanced vine growth and concentrated fruit, resulting in a Cabernet Sauvignon known for its bright character, silky tannins, and exceptional freshness.
The outstanding 2022 growing season combined warm afternoons with cool evenings, creating ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon with remarkable purity and balance. After harvest, the wine was aged for 22 months in French oak barrels, adding subtle layers of cedar and baking spice while allowing the vibrant fruit to remain the focus. Produced in just 100 cases, this limited-production Cabernet offers polished structure, elegant complexity, and the ability to enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2035 and beyond.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| AVA | Oak Knoll District AVA, Napa Valley |
| Vineyard | Single Vineyard |
| Cooperage | 22 Months French Oak |
| Alcohol | 14.1% |
| Production | 100 Cases |
| Release | Spring 2026 |
| Cellaring | Drink now through 2035+ |
| Serving Temperature | 58–62°F |
| Decanting | 30–45 minutes recommended |
| Website | www.vianapawinery.com |
Cellaring Potential: Drink Now Through 2035+
Decant: 30–45 Minutes
Serve: 58–62°F
Inspired by Italy. Rooted in Napa.
Via Napa explores Cabernet Sauvignon through the lens of place. Each release is sourced from a single vineyard within one of Napa Valley's most distinctive AVAs.
Produced in limited quantities, every bottle reflects the character, terroir, and craftsmanship of its origin.
Technical details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (Small percentages of Merlot and Petit Verdot may be included for balance) |
| Appellation | Napa Valley, California |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Oak Program | Aged 20–24 months in French oak barrels (Approximately 60–75% new oak) |
| Aging Potential | Drink 2026–2040+
Built for long-term cellaring. |
Why This Wine Stands Out
✔ 94-Point Rated Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
✔ Aged 24 Months in French Oak Barrels
✔ Rich, Structured, and Cellar Worthy
✔ Produced in Extremely Limited Quantities
✔ Elegant Gold Metal Label Presentation
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Appellation | Napa Valley |
| Alcohol | ~14.2% |
| Production | 110 cases annually |
Winemaking
Carefully selected vineyard lots were harvested at peak ripeness and fermented in small lots to preserve site expression. Extended maceration enhanced structure and depth, followed by aging in French oak barrels to integrate tannins and elevate complexity.
Winemaking & Vineyard
The VIA Napa 2022 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from a single vineyard in the renowned Howell Mountain AVA, where vineyards sit above Napa Valley's fog line at elevations of approximately 1,400 to 2,500 feet. Volcanic, rocky soils naturally limit vine vigor, producing small berries with exceptional concentration, while abundant sunshine and cool nighttime temperatures preserve vibrant acidity and freshness. This unique mountain terroir creates Cabernet Sauvignon celebrated for its remarkable structure, intensity, and longevity.
The exceptional 2022 growing season produced low yields and small berries with outstanding concentration and character. Following harvest, the wine was aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, adding refined layers of spice and structure while allowing the vineyard's mountain fruit to remain the centerpiece. Produced in just 100 cases, this limited-release Cabernet offers impressive power, polished balance, and the ability to enjoy now with decanting or cellar confidently through 2038 and beyond.
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| AVA | Howell Mountain AVA, Napa Valley |
| Vineyard | Single Vineyard |
| Cooperage | 24 Months French Oak |
| Alcohol | 14.3% ABV |
| Production | 100 Cases |
| Release | Spring 2026 |
| Cellaring | Drink now through 2038+ |
| Serving Temperature | 60–65°F |
| Decanting | 45–60 minutes recommended |
| Rating | 94 Points |
| Website | www.vianapawinery.com |
Frequently Asked Question
Perfect With…
Pair with grilled ribeye, rosemary lamb, braised short ribs, truffle-infused dishes, or aged Gouda. Its concentrated fruit, firm structure, and vibrant acidity make it an excellent companion for rich, savory meals.
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Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Impressive nose of smoky cassis, pipe tobacco, cedar, vanilla bean, resin, and saddle leather. A chorus of stewed black fruits, sweet spice, vanilla, and oak build on the palate, with pleasing drying tannins to add structure.
Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Dried black currants, nutmeg, dried tobacco, and cocoa nibs abound on the nose. The palate is rich and structured with blackberry jam, cedar, and sweet spice. The finish is equally rich and jammy with a long, smooth finish.
Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Freshly sliced bresaola, vine ripe tomatoes, and cassis are sweet and savory aromas. Bold flavors are bright and juicy with blackcurrants and blackberries, dusty cocoa powder, an earthy mineral flare. The big flavors here would do well next to a richly marbled steak.
Extremely Limited Allocation
Extremely limited — once sold out, there’s no restock. A rare chance to secure a collector-level Napa release.