The May 2026 Auction: Part 2
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Estimate: $155
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Exotic red and black fruits, minty herbs, chocolate and hints of iron define the aromatics of this blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. Medium to full-bodied, deep, concentrated yet focused, with ultra-fine tannins and a great finish.
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Exotic red and black fruits, minty herbs, chocolate and hints of iron define the aromatics of this blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. Medium to full-bodied, deep, concentrated yet focused, with ultra-fine tannins and a great finish.
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
California's most prestigious wine region, celebrated worldwide for opulent, structured Cabernet Sauvignon. Diverse soils and mountain-to-valley-floor sites yield wines of remarkable ripeness, power and longevity.
California's flagship appellation for opulent, structured Cabernet Sauvignon of ripe fruit, plush tannins and cellar-worthy depth.
2023 in Napa Valley followed a wet winter with a long, cool, late-ripening season and a large, healthy crop; the Cabernets are fresh, balanced and structured, with elegant fruit and excellent aging potential.
The world's most planted premium red grape, yielding deeply colored, tannic and structured wines with cassis, cedar and graphite notes. Firm tannins and acidity make it exceptionally age-worthy, whether as a varietal or the backbone of a Bordeaux blend.