Can a Bordeaux-style Napa blend close out the Napa Wine Company series on a high note?
In this episode, we review the Oakville Winery Napa Valley Red Wine, an estate-grown blend from Oakville, Napa Valley. The conversation explores how the wine evolves with air, why decanting may make a difference, and what stood out to each host after spending more time with the bottle.
We also take a closer look at what "estate grown" actually means, why it matters, and why it isn't necessarily a guarantee of quality. Plus, the debut of a new game, Grape Guesses, leads to some surprising facts about Napa Valley vineyards and wineries.
Today's Wine
- Producer: Oakville Winery
- Region: Oakville, Napa Valley, California
- Blend: 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot
- ABV: 14.1%
- Price: Approximately $50
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Final Napa Wine Company Stop
00:53 Wrapping Up the Napa Wine Company Series
02:51 Todays Wine
04:13 First Impressions
06:33 Tasting Discussion
11:23 Wine Drops
11:46 What Does Estate Grown Mean?
17:15 Why Estate Grown Doesn't Guarantee Quality
18:44 Review and Final Thoughts
23:43 Introducing Grape Guesses
25:22 Napa Valley Trivia Challenge
30:42 Series Wrap-Up & Thanks to Napa Wine Company
31:22 Where to Find and Follow the Show
