{"product_id":"del-dotto-caves-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley","title":"Del Dotto Caves 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"70\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"129\" data-start=\"74\"\u003eDel Dotto Caves 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold yet polished expression of Napa Valley Cabernet, crafted to highlight both powerful fruit and the refined oak character that defines Del Dotto’s winemaking philosophy. Rich and layered, it delivers deep blackberry and cassis flavors framed by sweet spice, cocoa, and finely textured tannins. Matured in the winery’s famous barrel caves, this wine balances Napa intensity with smooth accessibility—an excellent Cabernet for both collectors and immediate enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"608\" data-start=\"605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"639\" data-start=\"610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"637\" data-start=\"610\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"827\" data-start=\"641\"\u003eDel Dotto Vineyards \u0026amp; Caves is a family-owned Napa Valley estate renowned for its focus on \u003cstrong data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"732\"\u003ebarrel aging and cave maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e, exploring how different oak barrels shape wine character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"829\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"829\" data-section-id=\"1kfi0l0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"841\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"846\" data-section-id=\"19yr157\"\u003eNapa Valley, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"875\" data-section-id=\"fvb98o\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"877\"\u003eVineyard Sources\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"902\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"902\" data-section-id=\"12lbgm3\"\u003eThe blend incorporates fruit from \u003cstrong data-end=\"996\" data-start=\"938\"\u003emultiple premium vineyard sites throughout Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering complexity and a balanced representation of the region. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1106\" data-section-id=\"10bu1f4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1136\" data-start=\"1108\"\u003eBlend Composition 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data-start=\"1296\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1455\" data-start=\"1296\" data-section-id=\"gx5hea\"\u003eCabernet fruit sourced from vineyards across several Napa Valley appellations to capture diverse terroir expressions. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1457\" data-section-id=\"mfnr2c\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1459\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1478\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1478\" data-section-id=\"44qj4h\"\u003eEach component is fermented separately before blending to achieve balance and complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1742\" data-start=\"1573\" data-section-id=\"10d4mw2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1575\"\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1742\" 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