2021 Coup de Foudre Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, USA

ABOUT THIS WINE

The 2021 Coup de Foudre Cabernet Sauvignon exemplifies the power and finesse of Napa Valley’s premier Cabernet vineyards. The grapes are sourced from top vineyard sites known for producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, where the unique combination of climate and soil creates grapes with intense flavor and complexity. After careful hand-harvesting and sorting, the wine is fermented and then aged in 100% French oak barrels, adding layers of depth and sophistication. The result is a beautifully structured wine with the hallmark richness and balance of Napa Valley Cabernet, making it an excellent candidate for cellaring over the next decade. This wine pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Coup de Foudre, French for "love at first sight," is a boutique winery in Napa Valley known for crafting limited-production wines that capture the essence of the region’s most prestigious vineyards. Founded by John Schwartz, Coup de Foudre focuses on producing wines with exceptional quality and character, using grapes from some of Napa Valley’s finest sites. The "Lightning Bolt" Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the winery’s flagship wines, representing the pinnacle of their winemaking expertise. With a philosophy centered on meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques, Coup de Foudre has earned a reputation for creating wines that are both powerful and elegant, reflecting the best of what Napa Valley has to offer.