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Lion Tamer Nemea Cabernet Sauvignon bottle, Napa Valley wine label with gold accents.
94 points wine rating for Hess Persson Estates Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon

Lion Tamer

2023 Lion Tamer Nemea Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Lion Tamer Cabernet Sauvignon re-imagines what a Napa Valley Cabernet can be. The well-known power of valley floor Cabernet Sauvignon is harnessed and softened by our mountain-grown Malbec.
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FROM THE WINEMAKER

“This wine opens with inviting aromas of vanilla, toasted marshmallow, warm cinnamon spice, and dark berries layered with hints of blackberry coulis and blue fruit. The palate begins with a soft, approachable entry before revealing a deep core of dark fruit that carries through with impressive density and balance. Structured tannins frame the richness, while notes of cocoa powder and cinnamon lend texture and depth. The finish is long and refined, with a cordial-like lift reminiscent of Luxardo cherries on the exhale."

– Stephanie Pope, Winemaker

TECHNOLOGY AND WINEMAKING

Our Lions Head Cellar houses some of the most advanced winemaking technology allowing our winemakers to craft wines of exceptional quality that showcase the distinctive lands from which they come. The winemakers leverage tools like our optical sorter, which ensures only the highest quality berries are delivered to the fermentation tanks; and cutting-edge tanks, which facilitate 24/7 monitoring of pumpovers and micro-adjustments to be made throughout the winemaking process.

 

Details

Blend

90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec, 2% Petite Sirah, 2% Petite Verdot

Scores

94 POINTS - James Suckling, 2023 Vintage

Appellation

Napa Valley

Harvest Date

Sep. 21 - Oct. 25, 2023

Alcohol %

14.7

Aging

20 months

Cooperage

Aged in 25% new French oak

Tasting Notes

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