TITAN 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon– Knollwood Vineyard Oak Knoll, Napa Valley
VINTAGE: 2022
APPELLATION: 100% Napa Valley Oak Knoll District
VINEYARD: 100% KNOLLWOOD VINEYARD
COMPOSITION: Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
WINEMAKER: Chris Corley
WINEMAKER COMMENTS: Traditional and trusted winemaking techniques, maintaining a controlled fermentation, and paired with cap pump-overs twice a day, allowed this wine to develop rich color, intense aromatics, and fruit-forward character. Aged in new and neutral French barriques for 22 months, the wine has developed to its full potential and now expresses wonderful balance in your glass. What truly sets this wine apart is its wonderful sense of place. Oak Knoll Cabernet Sauvignons often possess a captivating combination of richness and restraint, and this bottling exemplifies that duality. It's a wine that speaks of warm days and cool nights, of sun-drenched vineyards and the refreshing bay breezes that shape them. With each sip, you're transported to the heart of Napa Valley, experiencing the unique character of this exceptional appellation.
Growing up in the heart of The Napa Valley, Chris Corley began learning winemaking through his father Jay Corley. Spending his high school summers in the cellar at Monticello Vineyards, he chose to focus on all things winemaking and winery operations and would in time, assume title of head winemaker at Monticello. Through thousands of visitors of the winery, to scoring dozens of 90+ point ratings each year, Monticello has become a breath of fresh air amidst The Napa Valley.
Although the successes are celebratory, Chris always looks to the future, as the winery is celebrating their 50 year anniversary in 2020, he is always strategically thinking about what clones to isolate for the next reserve or where to plant the next plot of Chardonnay. Chris also takes part in classes to increase his wine knowledge skillset and to continue to expand his wine education. Keeping a streamlined and consistent approach to the winemaking process, he maintains the same philosophy his father put forth since the beginning of Monticello - creating great wines they've become known for, and resisting the need to tailor yearly harvests to industry trends.
Visiting the winery, you can find Chris playing one of the two grand pianos on the property (one is tucked away in the bubble lounge and the other is nestled amongst barrels in the production area of the winery) or enjoying a bottle of Corley State Lane in the wine cellar after hours. On the weekends, you can find him snowboarding or scuba diving in Monterey with his wife and two kids.
Chris Corley- Winemaker
2022 TITAN RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Experience the pinnacle of California Cabernet Sauvignon with our 2022 TITAN Reserve. Crafted with the highest standards of quality, this wine rivals the best of Napa Valley—without the Napa Valley price tag.
We meticulously sourced fruit from premier vineyards in Northern California, bringing you an exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon that can be enjoyed every day. Indulge in the rich, vibrant flavors and luxurious mouthfeel typically found in our prized Single Vineyard Napa Valley offerings.
Tasting Notes: This captivating Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of raspberry, cherry, citrus, and potpourri. On the palate, discover luscious notes of plum, red currant, orange zest, and fennel, complemented by creamy chocolate and a velvety smooth finish.
Pairings: Enhance your culinary experience by pairing this wine with seared tuna, grilled lamb chops, or a hearty cheese board.
Technical Details: ABV: 14.6%, TA: 6.06 g/l, pH: 3.5, RS: 2 g/l
Bottle $36 +$20 Shipping
94 Points - Wine Enthusiast - "This wine is rich and vibrant, with aromas of raspberry, cherry, citrus, and potpourri on the nose. The flavors on the palate are plum, red currant, orange zest, fennel, creamy chocolate, and a mouthwatering velvety finish. Pair with Seared Tuna" Tonya Pitts
A word from Richard Cardoza, Proprietor about our 94 Point TITAN RESERVE
Having spent over two decades as a retailer in the vibrant wine industry from 1987 to 2011, traveling extensively to uncover the finest values for my clients, it was only natural for me to embark on a new journey in winemaking.
I am proud to introduce the newest member of the Cardoza family, the 94-point Titan Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, crafted with passion and expertise.
Since arriving in Napa Valley in 2016, I have collaborated with exceptional growers and winemakers, creating remarkable wines from prestigious single vineyards in Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena, and Oak Knoll. Our Titan single vineyard wines are nothing short of exquisite, but Napa wines are in the over $100 category and out of reach for most people's everyday enjoyment.
I was determined to make a wine that everyone could enjoy, a wine as good in the glass as any we had made but without the added cost of making wines from the highest-priced grapes in the country.
We sourced our TITAN Reserve from vineyards throughout California that feature climatic conditions, soils, and topography that are similar to our beloved Napa Valley and well-suited to growing great Cabernet Sauvignon.
The result? This is how The WineEnthusiast magazine described it when they rated it 94 Points!
"This wine is rich and vibrant, with aromas of raspberry, cherry, citrus, and potpourri on the nose. The flavors on the palate are plum, red currant, orange zest, fennel, creamy chocolate, and a mouthwatering velvety finish. Pair with Seared Tuna" Tonya Pitts - 94 Points WineEnthusiast
We are committed to delivering value without compromising quality. Join us in exploring this exciting new chapter of the wine experience!
