2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Piedmont juicy on the palate and

juicy on the palate and with light

Aromas of strawberry tart

Baudry’s Chinon blanc is a perfect example: pale yellow

and chervil

chill a bottle and hop on

2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Piedmont juicy on the palate andSteve Matthiasson has been leading his own charge since the 1990s when he went against the massive, oaky, flashy wines that were predominant. Matthiasson has always been a lesson in restraint and elegance. 2020 was at risk for smoke taint from the California fires, Matthiasson chose to pick the vineyards earlier than they ever had, the result is high toned red fruits, incredible acid and structure. The oak is handled in a way similar to Barolo, 20