Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Dancing Bear Ranch 2020
3 bottles
13 in stock
Wine Description
Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 Dancing Bear Ranch, meticulously crafted by winemaker Stephanie Jacobs, is a quintessential example of the exceptional quality that Howell Mountain’s terroir can produce. This blend, consisting of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Merlot, embodies the distinct characteristics associated with Cakebread wines.
As it graces the glass, this luxurious red wine displays a deep, mesmerizing hue, a testament to its rich flavor profile. The aroma of the Dancing Bear Cabernet is a complex bouquet, where black currant, dried cherry, and raspberry jam notes are seamlessly woven with nuances of dark chocolate, coffee, and dried rosemary. Subtle hints of fig, emerging through the aging process in 59% new French oak and 41% neutral French oak, add to its depth.
On the palate, Cakebread’s Dancing Bear Ranch offering is full-bodied and sumptuously rich. The high elevation vineyards of Dancing Bear Ranch, spanning 1,100 to 1,900 feet, contribute to the unique flavor composition. Ripe cherry, cranberry, and blackberry flavors are harmoniously balanced with layers of mocha, leather, turned earth, and baking spices. The wine’s distinctive rocky minerality, a hallmark of Howell Mountain’s iron and volcanic soils, is also evident.
The tannins in this Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet are both firm and opulent, leading to a long, fruit-driven finish that reinforces the wine’s complexity and intensity. The 2020 vintage, characterized by its dry, mild winter and consistently high summer temperatures, has resulted in a wine with excellent cellaring potential.
The winemaking process at Cakebread Cellars is a testament to their dedication to quality. Each block of the Dancing Bear Ranch is harvested nocturnally to ensure maximum freshness, followed by individual maceration and fermentation. This rigorous approach underlines the uniqueness of Cakebread’s Cabernet Sauvignon.
This Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet has garnered critical acclaim for its robust character and sophisticated flavor layering. It is not merely a bottle of wine but an embodiment of the artistry and distinctive character of Howell Mountain’s vineyards. The Cakebread Cellars’ 2020 Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon is indeed a remarkable representation of Napa Valley’s winemaking excellence.
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19 reviews for Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Dancing Bear Ranch 2020
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Lola Hatfield –
The Cake Bread Cellars wine is a sensory feast. The red fruit and cream undertones make it a must-have for any wine lover.
Carolyn Brown –
The Cakebread Cellars Cabernet is a full-bodied wine with robust flavors. The black fruit and leather tones are a delight to the palate.
Derrick Gamboa –
The Cakebread Cellars Wine is my go-to for any occasion. The Dancing Bear Ranch variety, with its sublime dark fruit and cherry flavors, is a real treat.
Nancy Herrera –
The Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust, full-bodied wine. The earthy flavor combined with a hint of black cherry is a treat to the senses.
John Dao –
The Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear, with its notes of pepper and blackcurrant, is an absolute joy. The perfect partner for a cozy evening in.
Steven Ramos –
Just opened a bottle of Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon. The oak and tobacco undertones really set this wine apart.
Sondra Begay –
Cakebread Cellars Wine is my go-to for any occasion, and the Dancing Bear Ranch variety is a real treat. The dark fruit and cherry flavors are sublime.
Jean Pedersen –
The Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon is a standout wine. The combination of oak, plum, and tobacco flavors is simply exquisite.
Jamie Hamer –
Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear Ranch is a true gem. The rich flavors of blackberry, chocolate, and vanilla make it a wine to remember.
Tara Fugate –
The Dancing Bear Cabernet from Cakebread Cellars is a revelation. The prune and smoke notes are simply out of this world.
Donald Gray –
Every sip of the Cakebread Dancing Bear is a delight. The butter and ripe blackberry notes are an absolute joy to the palate.
Bertha Taliaferro –
Cakebread Wine Delivery is a lifesaver! Just got my Dancing Bear Ranch bottle and the mocha and cedar notes are to die for.
Nicole Rowe –
Cakebread Cab is my new favorite. The graphite and forest floor flavors are a bold and exciting twist.
Erin Ortiz –
Wow, the Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch wine is a sensory delight! The rich notes of blackberry and vanilla are simply irresistible.
Sonia Beck –
The Cakebread Wine Cabernet Sauvignon is an explosion of flavors. The raisin and cheese notes make for a unique and unforgettable taste.
Trey Suarez –
The Cakebread Cab Sauv brings a burst of flavor with every sip. The jam and dark chocolate essence is a dream come true for my tastebuds.
Carolyn Delarosa –
Just tried the Cakebread Cabernet for the first time. The earthy flavor mixed with a hint of black cherry is a game-changer.
Jose Davis –
Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear Ranch, with its raspberry and fig undertones, is an experience like no other.
Salvador Porraz –
The Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon is a real treat. The cocoa and licorice flavors add a unique twist to this classic wine.