75 reviews for Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2020

1. 

   Rated 3 out of 5

   Rickey Brown – March 1, 1988

   ’85 Cabs at Amis du Vin tasting lacked interest.

2. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Donald Howard – April 19, 1989

   Balanced and fruity ’86 red with a lingering finish. Plenty of tannin for aging. 90/100.

3. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Jennifer Fields – July 20, 1989

   LWB with MPL: Dark magenta. Deep, firm yet ripe fruit in the nose. Great on the palate–wow. Tannic but drinkable with loads of fruit. Rich. 90/100.

4. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Lynn Neely – December 1, 2021

   A dense wine with ripe cherry and berry flavors, heavy oak, and a long finish. The tannins are tight and aggressive, making it hard to drink on its own.

5. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Judith Steege – May 27, 2022

   Smooth, balanced and easy to drink Cab blend (87% Cab, 12% Merlot, 0.5% Cab Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot) with fresh fruit and moderate tannins. Needs more time in the cellar to reach its full potential.

6. 

   Rated 3 out of 5

   John Andrews – June 11, 2022

   Outstanding quality, price, and age. Fragrant black fruit nose with integrated oak. Delicious and worth buying more.

7. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Jeffrey Rogers – July 2, 2022

   Full-bodied with ripe tannins and a creamy texture. Bursting with ripe fruit and balanced sweetness, finishing with a slightly smoky note.

8. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Angela Cummings – July 2, 2022

   Smooth and ready to drink with nice cab fruit flavors.

9. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Frank Fortune – July 16, 2022

   Duckhorn’s Napa Valley wine offers an earthy attack with fresh red cherry, black currant, and blackberry midpalate. The vanilla is a bit heavy and overdone with the oak, but it’s a well-made, solid wine. However, it lacks complexity and isn’t worth the $75 price tag. Goes well with grilled steak.

10. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Daniel Rhodarmer – July 22, 2022

    Rich ruby color with an intense aroma of black fruit, berries, black pepper, vanilla, butter, and biscuit. The taste is bold with high tannins, acidity, and alcohol. A long-lasting taste of black fruits, vanilla, and biscuit.

11. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Joan Halfmann – July 24, 2022

    Timeless. Enjoy now or age longer.

12. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Aaron Reese – July 25, 2022

    Aged 10 years, needs decanting, but has a lovely finish. Beware of sharing with greedy family and friends.

13. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Claudia Hildreth – August 2, 2022

    Average, not remarkable. I prefer Duckhorn Merlot.

14. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Maryann Hardman – August 21, 2022

    Great value wines with good balance, but lacking complexity.

15. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    James Rodriguez – August 25, 2022

    We enjoyed it.

16. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Carolina Wade – August 27, 2022

    Dark fruit, oak, dark chocolate on the nose. Plum, blueberry, vanilla, baking spice on the palate. Buttery mouthfeel, long finish. Best paired with beef tournedos.

17. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    David Bradley – August 30, 2022

    Full-bodied with ripe fruit aromas of dark cherries, blackberries & plums, hints of cocoa, spices & oak. Smooth texture with a lingering finish.

18. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Gary Ahner – September 7, 2022

    Wine is corked.

19. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Adeline Bean – September 8, 2022

    Smooth, great flavor. Aged perfectly for 8 years. No deterioration.

20. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Tammy Becker – September 9, 2022

    92 pts possible. Initially lean and acidic, but improved over time. Red fruit, high acidity, and no signs of being past its prime. Great value at $90 from K&L.

21. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Nichol Snelson – September 10, 2022

    Full and fragrant nose of ripe fruit aromas with notes of cedar, earthy/dusty notes, cocoa, mint, pepper, tobacco, leather, minerals, spices, and a hint of vanilla/oak. Medium-full bodied with a well-balanced and smooth texture. Lingering smooth finish.

22. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Leigha Ragan – September 10, 2022

    Great.

23. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Brian Levy – September 27, 2022

    Subpar wine, thin and lacking robustness. Price doesn’t justify quality.

24. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Gary Jarrell – September 30, 2022

    Young. Dark berries, cedar, cassis on the nose. Oak, vanilla, and grass on the palate.

25. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Brittany Lukach – October 7, 2022

    Wine Spectator rates it 90 pts.

26. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jane Whittemore – October 21, 2022

    This wine is a masterpiece. Drink it now.

27. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mae Mcdonald – November 5, 2022

    Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (The Landmark, London) features ripe blackcurrant, cedar, sweet spice, tight unyielding tannins, and alcohol warmth.

28. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Maria Nishimura – November 8, 2022

    Mellowed with good depth, drinking nicely.

29. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Phillip Murdock – November 11, 2022

    Enjoyable cab with subdued tannins, lacking complexity but not fruit forward.

30. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Myrtle Collins – November 18, 2022

    Suzanne is a great wine, highly recommended.

31. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Lloyd Webb – November 21, 2022

    Wine was enjoyed at family event, no formal notes.

32. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Maureen Alexander – November 26, 2022

    Dark ruby with black cherry, blackcurrant, mint, and menthol notes. Sweet blackcurrant, spice, and caramel richness with a hint of heat and grip.

33. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Tina Jones – November 27, 2022

    Excellent aged Duckhorn with exceptional aging potential of another 10 years.

34. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    James Leardi – November 29, 2022

    Lovely after some time and pairs well with dinner.

35. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Mark Leon – December 9, 2022

    Smooth Cab blend, great with beef or on its own.

36. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Belen Hill – December 10, 2022

    2012 Cabernet Sauvignon – Canoehead Central: Complex bouquet of spice, wood, and dark red fruits. Sweet-ish with low acid and a sour finish. Finished fifth overall.

37. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jose Hertzler – December 14, 2022

    Peppery with Indian spice on the nose. Stewed fruit taste which isn’t pleasant. Sweet but in a strange way. Tannins are grainy. Medium finish. Needs more aging. Scored 81 but wouldn’t pay more than 60.

38. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dustin Atchley – December 26, 2022

    Drink now until 2024/6. Terrific.

39. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jamie Holben – December 27, 2022

    Delicious fruit with balanced tannins and acids. Required 2-3 hours to open up.

40. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Robert Guerrero – December 29, 2022

    Decent blackberry aroma with a hint of bell peppers. Medium-plus tannins and acidity. Okay wine.

41. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jennifer Macauley – January 1, 2023

    1990 Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon – still drinkable after 30 years. Great flavors. Perfect for New Year’s Eve party.

42. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Kermit Adams – January 8, 2023

    Great.

43. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    John Mcwaters – January 14, 2023

    Full-bodied dark fruit with mild tannins, a crowd-pleaser worth $40-ish.

44. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Manuel Pratt – January 15, 2023

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45. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Betty Her – January 16, 2023

    Average wine, better options available at a lower cost.

46. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Kenny Sherling – January 21, 2023

    Balanced acidity and tannin with a hint of green. Best to hold a bit longer.

47. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Ryan Pierce – January 28, 2023

    1978 California Cabernet: Port-like with dark berries, fresh palate and pleasant acidity. Enjoyable.

48. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Rachel Valdes – January 28, 2023

    1978 California wines at Zunfthaus zur Waag, Zurich were surprisingly high quality with primary fruit left, but a broad range with some showing signs of fatigue. Top wines were Phelps Cab Sauv (97), Firestone Cab Sauv (95), and Beaulieu George de Latour Private Reserve (95). Tasting note: Limited expression, low intensity, dark berries with tertiary notes and Asian spice. Palate had a nice tobacco feature, but structure has disappeared leaving only acidity.

49. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Lena From – January 28, 2023

    This wine has a deep, dark color and a strong, complex aroma of ripe fruits with hints of cocoa, coffee, and spices. It has a medium-full body and a smooth finish. It is currently drinking well but is nearing its peak at 16 years old.

50. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Brittney Lizarraga – January 29, 2023

    Strong and pleasant wine with a nice finish. Perfectly paired with steak.

51. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Melissa Hirko – January 29, 2023

    Balanced and structured with blackberry, oak, and dark fruit palate. Low-medium acidity with a tart cherry finish. Similar to Pensfold Bin 704 but overpriced.

52. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Ralph Brinkley – February 3, 2023

    “Duckhorn wins blind tasting against Heitz and Jordan.”

53. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Amanda Dicks – February 3, 2023

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54. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Carol Brown – February 5, 2023

    California 1978: High-quality wines with impressive fruit remaining, ready to drink with melted tannins and freshness. Mineral accents, less ripeness than current Napa wines, and style unique from Bordeaux. Best reds: Inglenook Limited Cask, Beaulieu GDL Reserve, Stags Leap Cask 23 4.5l, Heitz Bella Oaks, Simi Reserve, Stag’s Leap Cask 23 0.75l. The Late Harvest Riesling from Phelps is the best wine (98pts).

55. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jody Salazar – February 15, 2023

    Rich and powerful, yet easy to drink. Notes of black currants, new French oak, blackberries, and cherries. Delicious and fully mature. Drink now-2027. 93.

56. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Robert Mathewson – February 25, 2023

    Needs 3-hour decant to open up. Exciting aging potential.

57. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Anthony Manthe – March 1, 2023

    Overpowering licorice taste, unable to finish after first glass. Finishes with a subtle touch.

58. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Carlyn Maynard – March 2, 2023

    “Great color and flavor, paired well with steak at local restaurant.”

59. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Hannah Ferrel – March 2, 2023

    Mature CA cab with dried fruits, sandalwood, and cedar. At peak a few years ago, not developing further.

60. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Rochelle Slager – March 2, 2023

    Better than newer Duckhorn cabs. Would drink again, has aging potential.

61. 

    Rated 3 out of 5

    Maxine Prater – March 15, 2023

    Never Received

62. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jane Hall – March 29, 2023

    Good wine, enjoyed over two nights. Notes of tobacco, dark fruit, and burnt toast on night two. Cheers.

63. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Amanda Knickerbocker – April 5, 2023

    Balanced Cali Cab.

64. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Michael Sellers – April 5, 2023

    Flawed.

65. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Ella Aune – April 15, 2023

    Smooth wine with no aftertaste.

66. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jeffrey Brown – April 15, 2023

    Smooth and delicious with no aftertaste.

67. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Anthony Tarver – April 16, 2023

    Solid Napa cab, fruity with black cherry and blackberry notes. Menthol on the nose. Decent price.

68. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Raymond Hopkins – April 19, 2023

    Young Napa Cab with black currants, dark cherries, medium acidity and tannins. Oaky finish with veggie notes, a bit hot on the alcohol.

69. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Dustin Mack – April 21, 2023

    No cork taint. Enjoyable now.

70. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Phyllis Johnson – April 25, 2023

    Canvasback and Decoy limited tasted better than the oddly fake-y wine.

71. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Rickey Estrada – May 3, 2023

    Dark ruby in color with some clearing at the edges. Full, fragrant & attractive nose of mature, ripe red fruit aromas of cherries, blueberries & plums with overtones of tobacco & cedar notes, earthy/dusty notes, leather, spices, mint, cocoa/coffee & a slight hint of oak/vanilla in the background. Medium-full bodied with a very good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, mature, ripe fruit flavors of cherries, blueberries & plums, spices, herbs, minerals & a hint of oak/vanilla. Lingering smooth finish. Drinks quite well at present but at 42 years of age it appears to be at its peak of development, so please drink up! Fill was in lower neck; cork was stained 1/3 up but intact.

72. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Jeremy Anderson – May 7, 2023

    Great storage helped this wine hold up surprisingly well beyond its drinking window.

73. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    David Bierman – May 9, 2023

    Deep garnet color with a fragrant nose of ripe cherries, blueberries, and plums. Notes of earthy spices, leather, and tobacco add complexity. Medium-full bodied with well-balanced fruit flavors, herbs, and oak undertones. Lingering smooth finish.

74. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Kathy Barfield – May 19, 2023

    Approachable yet complex, the 2020 Duckhorn has no flaws and boasts a juicy palate of red currant, blackberry, and cedar.

75. 

    Rated 4 out of 5

    Frank Bayas – May 21, 2023

    Decent Napa Cab, but slightly green taste.