Duckhorn Vineyards is a luxury wine brand founded in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn in Napa Valley, California. Inspired by the wines of St. Emilion and Pomerol in France, especially their Merlot-based styles, the founders set out to create world-class Napa Valley wines.
Today, Duckhorn Vineyards is part of The Duckhorn Portfolio, a collection of eleven wineries and over 2,200 acres of vineyards, producing wines across more than 15 varietals for a global audience.
True to their heritage of producing top-tier Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine showcases a seamless blend of elegance and strength. It begins with captivating aromas of dark red berries and cardamom, leading the way to a defined palate that showcases flavors of fig jam and boysenberry pie. Firm, dusty tannins provide a sturdy foundation, guiding you to a long, focused finish that denotes a harmonious blend of mountain and valley floor fruit.
Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc
92 James Suckling Bright and refined with aromas of blackberries, cassis, fresh tobacco, crushed stones and dark chocolate. The palate is full-bodied and polished with fine tannins and vibrant fruit. Defined and balanced with a touch of minerality.
92 Wilfred Wong of Wine.com The 2022 Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterful expression of winemaking precision and vineyard selection. Under the guidance of winemaker Renée Ary, this wine showcases fruit from premier sites across St.?Helena, Rutherford, Oakville, and Calistoga. Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels (50% new), it reveals layers of crushed blackberries, cassis, and warm oak spice. With a TA of 0.58 g/100 ml and a pH of 3.79, the wine maintains vibrancy and structure. Elegant yet powerful, it pairs beautifully with grilled tri-tip steaks. (Tasted: June 18, 2025, San Francisco, CA)
