Cellar for up to 20 years. Decant for up to an hour before serving.

The history of Freemark Abbey goes back as far as 1886, when Josephine Tychson founded an establishment called Tyschon Cellar, one of Napa Valley’s original wineries. The cellar has changed hands many times since, and the estate has grown in size, but it continues to produce top-class Californian reds.

Currently, the winery is under the guidance of Kristy Melton, an expert wine-maker with an interest in science and close ties with Jackson Family Wines. Freemark Abbey is located just outside the town of St. Helena, but they source their fruits from a portfolio of vineyards across Napa Valley, encompassing some of the region’s most unique terroirs. This sense of exploration and expansion is the basis for this bold Cabernet Sauvignon, which is composed of premium grapes from several vineyards in the appellation.

A beautiful dark scarlet, this wine bursts with aromas of forest fruits, blackberry pie, and deeper notes of coffee, cocoa and cedar. It features splashes of strong red varietals, such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc, but is composed mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon. Taut red fruits appear on the palate, with notions of cassis and an uplifting oaky spiciness. It is full-bodied, perfect for those seeking company for rich decadent meals, but is extremely enjoyable on its own. Serve at room temperature, with roast beef, or dishes seasoned with rosemary and thyme.