{"product_id":"kapcsandy-2022-estate-cuvee-red-wine-napa-valley","title":"Kapcsandy 2022 Estate Cuvee Red Wine Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eKapcsándy 2022 Estate Cuvée Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautifully composed, Bordeaux-inspired Cabernet Sauvignon that leans toward elegance, purity, and structure rather than sheer power. In a cooler, more classical Napa vintage, this wine delivers vibrant cassis, floral lift, and mineral precision, wrapped in fine tannins. It is a polished, terroir-driven expression of Yountville that offers both immediate appeal and long-term aging potential—an excellent entry point into the Kapcsándy portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eKapcsándy Family Winery is based in \u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eYountville, Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, farming the historic \u003cstrong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eState Lane Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a site long regarded for producing refined, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate is owned by \u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eLouis Kapcsándy\u003c\/strong\u003e, a former pharmaceutical executive who built the winery with a Bordeaux-inspired philosophy focused on precision, balance, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e2022 Estate Cuvée\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e, emphasizing purity of varietal expression. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eWinemaking highlights include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"194ohyp\" data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yountville, Napa Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ndxlhe\" data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Cabernet Sauvignon \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"161rke6\" data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~20 months in French oak, with just over half new barrels \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"muo1eh\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~14.2–14.3% ABV \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eThe estate practices meticulous vineyard management and restrained winemaking, allowing the vineyard’s gravelly soils and cooler Yountville climate to shine through. Compared to richer Napa styles, Kapcsándy wines often show a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eBordeaux-like structure and finesse\u003c\/strong\u003e, with an emphasis on minerality and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"39oduo\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eRobert Parker’s Wine Advocate – 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eJoe Czerwinski describes \u003cem data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e“violets, blackberries and black cherries,”\u003c\/em\u003e calling the wine \u003cem data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e“vibrant and concentrated… clean, balanced… with a long, refreshing finish.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zbfpq8\" data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eAntonio Galloni (Vinous) – 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eGalloni notes the wine is \u003cem data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2366\"\u003e“gorgeous… pliant, creamy and expressive,”\u003c\/em\u003e with dark cherry, plum, licorice, and mocha tones. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eThese scores position the 2022 Estate Cuvée as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003ehigh-quality, critically respected Napa Cabernet\u003c\/strong\u003e that emphasizes elegance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003ePerfumed and lifted with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003ecassis, blackberry, violet, spring flowers, and graphite\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by hints of cedar and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003eMedium-to-full bodied with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003eblack cherry, plum, and dark berry fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with mineral tension, mocha, and fine oak integration. The texture is polished and balanced rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003eLong and refined with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003efine-grained tannins, fresh acidity, and lingering dark fruit and floral notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, suggesting excellent aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3552\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3193\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3182\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3193\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3218\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3237\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e~14.2–14.3% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3295\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3256\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3295\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eYountville, Napa Valley, California\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3307\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3334\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eKapcsándy Family Winery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3375\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3348\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrape Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3375\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3424\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3384\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3424\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e~20 months in French oak (≈50%+ new)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3488\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3444\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3488\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCassis, blackberry, violet, cedar, mocha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3489\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3489\" data-end=\"3508\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3552\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eElegant, Bordeaux-inspired Napa Cabernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3557\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3683\"\u003eRecommended Service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16uaazn\" data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003eDecant: 1–2 hours (young)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"187hon9\" data-start=\"3715\" data-end=\"3733\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3717\" data-end=\"3733\"\u003eServe: 60–65°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cdjfhf\" data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3736\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003ePairing: Dry-aged steak, lamb, duck, or mushroom dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mendel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43096736432194,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Kapcsandy_2022_Estate_Cuvee_Red_Wine_Napa_Valley.jpg?v=1773854882","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/kapcsandy-2022-estate-cuvee-red-wine-napa-valley","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}