2023 Prisoner Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley California

The 2023 The Prisoner Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich and expressive Napa Valley wine crafted in the bold, approachable style that has made The Prisoner one of California's most recognizable wine brands. Aged for 15 months in a combination of French and American oak, with 55% new barrels, the wine combines generous dark fruit with spice, oak, and a smooth, plush texture.

Ripe black and blue fruits lead the palate, with layers of cassis, blackberry pie, and deep purple plum. Notes of bay leaf, cracked pepper, crushed herbs, toasted vanilla bean, cinnamon bark, clove, dried currant, and freshly ground coffee add depth and complexity. Soft and plush on entry, the wine develops into a full, generous mid-palate with a sturdy, lingering finish. A bold and polished Napa Valley Cabernet, it pairs beautifully with grilled steak, short ribs, roasted lamb, barbecue, or aged cheeses.