Beaulieu Vineyard George De Latour Napa Valley Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
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The 2021 vintage of Beaulieu Vineyard’s George De Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterful expression of Napa Valley's terroir. As the winery’s flagship offering, this wine represents the pinnacle of elegance and complexity. Crafted with meticulous care and aged in French oak barrels, it delivers a harmonious blend of bold fruit, refined tannins, and nuanced oak influences. This wine embodies both immediate approachability and exceptional aging potential, making it a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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Bottle details
| Type | Cabernet Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Brand | Beaulieu Vineyards |
| Producer | Beaulieu Vineyard |
| Origin | Napa Valley, United States |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Cask | French oak |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is Beaulieu Vineyard's flagship Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, and the 2021 vintage shows why it holds that spot. Aged in French oak barrels, it opens with wild sage, blackcurrant, cedar and fresh mint, with rose petal, licorice root and graphite underneath. The palate layers ripe blackberry, redcurrant and dark chocolate over gravelly, earthy notes, while the oak adds sandalwood, clove and Ceylon cinnamon. What sets it apart is texture. Its signature "Rutherford Dust" tannins are silky and polished, leaving a cocoa-powder feel and a long finish of dark fruit and savory spice. It suits collectors laying down bottles, since it pairs immediate approachability with real aging potential. It also rewards the Napa Cabernet lover who wants to open something special tonight after a proper decant. We carry it because it tastes of place, balances power with elegance, and gives patient cellarers and curious drinkers alike plenty to explore.
Pairs well with
- Herb-crusted rack of lamb — The wine's wild sage and fresh mint aromas echo the herbs while its dark fruit stands up to the richness of the lamb.
- Dry-aged ribeye steak — The silky, polished tannins and blackberry depth cut through the marbled beef and complement its savory crust.
- Anniversary or milestone dinner — A flagship Napa Cabernet with a long, elegant finish of dark fruit and spice suits an occasion worth lingering over.
Questions about this bottle
What does the 2021 George De Latour Private Reserve taste like?
What does the 2021 George De Latour Private Reserve taste like?
Expect wild sage, blackcurrant, cedar and mint on the nose, with hints of rose petal, licorice root and graphite. The palate brings blackberry, redcurrant and dark chocolate, plus sandalwood, clove and Ceylon cinnamon from French oak, finishing long with silky, cocoa-textured tannins.
Does this wine need to be decanted?
Does this wine need to be decanted?
Yes, decanting is recommended. Give it 1 to 3 hours in a decanter so its layered flavors can fully open up, then serve it at 60 to 65°F (15 to 18°C) in a large Bordeaux glass.
Is this a good bottle to cellar?
Is this a good bottle to cellar?
It is. The winery describes this 2021 vintage as combining immediate approachability with exceptional aging potential, so it can be enjoyed now with a decant or laid down by collectors who want to watch it evolve.
What size is the bottle, and does it make a good gift?
What size is the bottle, and does it make a good gift?
It is a standard 750 ml bottle. As Beaulieu Vineyard's flagship Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, it makes a thoughtful gift for collectors and wine enthusiasts, especially those who appreciate wines that can age.
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