2021 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

Located at the base of the majestic Mayacamas Mountains in the heart of Saint Helena, the Ehlers Estate vineyard is a place steeped in history. Grapes have been growning on this land since the 1800s. The story of Ehlers Estate began in 1886 when a beautiful stone winery was built, marking a lasting dedication to winemaking. Today, the talented winemaking team at Ehlers Estate continues this legacy, crafting small batches of world-class wines.

Owned by the Leducq Charitable Trust, established by the visionary Jean and Sylviane Leducq in 1996, Ehlers Estate embodies the American Dream rooted in a love for food, wine, and a touch of Bordeaux-inspired charm.

The vineyards, which are certified organic by the California Organic Farmers Organization (CCOF), yield grapes of unparalleled quality. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Sauvignon Blanc thrive under the nurturing care of Ehlers Estate's viticultural team.

Jean Leducq's journey from post-war Europe to the heights of American business success is a testament to his indomitable spirit. This adventure took Jean from the linen factories of Europe to the rolling vineyards of Napa Valley, where he pursued his dream of creating wines to rival the finest Bordeaux vintages.  

The true stars behind the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is Laura Díaz Muñoz. A Spanish sensation whose journey began amidst the aromas of her grandmother’s kitchen in Madrid. Laura’s extensive career includes valuable experience gained in regions such as Spain, Chile, and New Zealand, and in prestigious Napa Valley estates like Cardinale, Lokoya, Mt Brave, La Jota, and Galerie. Her artistry brings European elegance to New World vibrancy, making her wines unforgettable for their balance, long finishes, and unmistakable sense of place.

Adam Henkel, who joined Ehlers Estate in 2022, is the current winemaker. His resume reads like a who’s who of the wine world. Trained under the legendary Philippe Melka, Adam gained invaluable experience working with some of Napa Valley’s most celebrated estates. His time with Staglin Family Vineyard and Lail Vineyards shaped his approach to crafting wines that honor the vineyard’s essence. At Ehlers, Adam’s commitment to sustainability and organic farming ensures every bottle reflects both the terroir and the meticulous care behind the winemaking process.

This exceptional blend takes dominance from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc sourced from the Estate vineyard, complemented by the inclusion of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes meticulously chosen from Howell Mountain and select Napa vineyard sites.

Aging: 53% new French Oak, 18 months.

83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc. The 2021 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon features both sweet and earthiness on the nose, with aromas of chocolate covered strawberries, ink bolograph, and freeze dried blueberries. In the mouth, soft tannins with a fine acidity, coat the palette with a fleshiness of blood orange and hibiscus.

Harvested from the most elevated block of Ehlers property, this wine was named for the estate patriarch. It offers juicy, ripe blackberry and black plum followed by flavors of sweet cocoa, pencil shavings and wet stones. Ample, polished tannins carry this wine into a long and inviting finish.~93 Wine Enthusiast

The 2021 Ehlers Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is dark-fruited, brooding, and powerfully structured, with broad-shouldered tannins that make an immediate impact before gradually softening. Beneath its fierce concentration lies inky dark berry fruit, unfolding into a long, mineral-driven finish of chalk, slate, and earth. Still youthful and tightly wound as of early 2025, this Cabernet benefits from decanting or further ageing. Best enjoyed at cellar temperature, though worth opening periodically over the next decade to follow its evolution.~93 Decanter

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