Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Label

Rated 3.91 out of 5 based on 74 customer ratings

Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017

Name: Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017
Brand: Ramey Wine Cellars
SKU: XAFHHLWBKTNVHFRX6ETQFVOT
Price: 59.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.91 (75 reviews)

$59.95

14.50% /

750ml /

Vintage: 2017

WS 90
WE 95
WA 95

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Winery: Ramey Wine Cellars
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaker: David Ramey
Wine Style: Red Wine - Bold and Structured
Wine Country Of Origin: USA
State / Province: California
Sub Region / AVA: North Coast / Napa County / Napa Valley

Brand: Ramey Wine Cellars

Wine Description

Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017 is an exceptional wine crafted by Ramey Wine Cellars under the expertise of renowned winemaker David Ramey. This wine showcases the unique terroir of Napa Valley, with its complex geology and soil composition. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the base of the valley, where the broken down or decomposed rock from the Vaca and Mayacamas ranges intermingle with silt, clay, and gravel deposits from the Napa River flood plain.

Composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller proportions of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, this wine exhibits a deep ruby color that entices the senses. The nose is greeted with enticing aromas of Morello cherries, chocolate, mushrooms, savory herbs, and a hint of pipe tobacco, as noted by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

On the palate, the wine’s refined tannins, coated through aging sur lies with bâtonnage, deliver a tight and textured experience. Flavors of black currant, crushed rock, and a touch of toasted oak contribute to the wine’s rich profile. The integration of 60% new French oak barrels from Taransaud and Demptos lends subtle complexity and enhances the overall structure. Native-yeast and malolactic fermentations further elevate the wine’s character and depth.

Wine Enthusiast awards this wine an impressive 95 points, praising its intense flavor and texture, along with accents of cedar, char, and celery salt. Similarly, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate awards it 95 points, highlighting its powdery and plush full-bodied palate, layered finish, and alluring streaks of herbal character. Wine Spectator, with a score of 90 points, commends its mellow and understated profile, featuring notes of gently mulled cherry, red licorice, sweet bay leaf, and worn cedar.

Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017 is a testament to Ramey Wine Cellars’ commitment to producing exceptional wines that showcase the best of Napa Valley. With its harmonious blend of varietals and meticulous craftsmanship, this wine can be enjoyed now or cellared for a few more years to enhance its already impressive qualities.

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Weight	3.5 lbs
Size	750ml

Reviews (75)

75 reviews for Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017

Rated 4 out of 5
Cindy Williams – October 30, 2017
Tasty MW 2017 Cabernet from the Americas with a nose and palate of blackberry, black cherry, and ash. Medium/big body, slightly fruit-forward, and mouth-filling fruit. Needs 2 years to peak drinking time with a medium/long finish.
Rated 4 out of 5
Mary Geer – October 30, 2017
Soft and ripe cab with savory notes, but a possible sulfur issue causing a mushroomy taste. A bit dilute.
Rated 4 out of 5
Lori Johnston – September 16, 2018
Recommend decanting for 1-1.5 hours. Nose of dark red fruits and oak, with a hint of green that disappears with air. Medium-bodied with balancing acidity, medium finish, and medium to minus tannins. Not very complex, needs another year in the cellar, will hold for several years after.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jonathan Portwood – November 4, 2018
Balanced and well-made with good fruit, spice, and slight herbal notes. Elegant with tannic grip. Nicely balanced but not very complex. 90-92.
Rated 3 out of 5
Samuel Gerace – December 27, 2018
Flavors of black fruit, pepper, baking spice, and licorice with a long finish on well-integrated tannins.
Rated 4 out of 5
Joseph Wallace – March 9, 2019
Tasty wine with grape notes and a hint of Bloody Mary.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jose Brown – March 2, 2020
2015 vintage needs cellar time, tannic and complicated, 2016 likely better.
Rated 4 out of 5
Patricia Smith – May 14, 2020
Great potential. Decant for 4 hours if opened soon.
Rated 4 out of 5
Josephine Snyder – May 16, 2020
Balanced and well-made with small berry notes typical of 2015 and a hint of cedar oak. Enjoyable for the next decade.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jeffery Colon – May 28, 2020
Unclear if chaotic or improving with age.
Rated 3 out of 5
Erica Waters – September 16, 2020
Review: Cave wine, not recommended.
Rated 4 out of 5
Richard Morgan – October 8, 2020
Subpar taste, not as good as the 2014s. Not a strong cab.
Rated 4 out of 5
Susan Smith – November 4, 2020
Complexity of blackberry, camphor, cassis, black cherry and cigar box. Medium-bodied with polished tannins and a medium-long finish. Decant or wait a year. Drink 2021 – 2033.
Rated 4 out of 5
Shawn Hooper – November 6, 2020
Fruit forward with inky complexity, medium acidity, and lingering tannins. Can be cellared or enjoyed now.
Rated 4 out of 5
Phillip Marlin – December 29, 2020
Improved on second night.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jo Nevin – January 26, 2021
Great Cabernet Sauvignon with ripe fruit that represents the vintage perfectly. Perfect time to drink. Cheers.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jeffery Mansfield – March 13, 2021
Great QPR wine with dark fruit, pencil lead, and mid-palate depth. Slightly cloying towards the end.
Rated 4 out of 5
Patrick Little – March 14, 2021
Dark garnet with spicy vanilla nose. Ripe, round cab fruit with chewy tannins. Best within few years. 91/100.
Rated 4 out of 5
Mina Jones – April 16, 2021
Classic style Cab with cassis, cherry, cedar, and cacao notes. Medium body with good acidity, white pepper finish. Great food wine.
Rated 4 out of 5
Karen Pena – July 8, 2021
“Earthy old world style. Enjoy now or cellar for later.”
Rated 4 out of 5
Teresa Lynch – July 21, 2021
Medium dark garnet red. Rich dark fruit nose. Flavors build to reveal pleasant dark red fruit flavors. This wine in more in the style of Bordeaux.
Rated 4 out of 5
Mathew Morehead – August 10, 2021
Excellent 2015 wine found at Costco, ready to drink. Cheers!
Rated 4 out of 5
Elijah Peterson – August 11, 2021
Fun and enjoyable drinking. Bright red cherry and spice with a subtle oak finish. Not too restrained nor bombastic.
Rated 4 out of 5
Emilia Tu – September 1, 2021
Balanced and drinkable, but oak is still present.
Rated 4 out of 5
Juanita Sarkin – September 11, 2021
Disappointing, thin and washed out. Second bottle was the same, not a one-off issue.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jessie Willard – September 14, 2021
Precise tannins and focused purity on the nose make this Cabernet blend a weighty and complex wine.
Rated 4 out of 5
Peter Plantz – September 14, 2021
Great value for money. Decanted for an hour, enjoyed over 4. Evolved nicely, no rush to drink. Nice notes of red and black fruit. Will wait a year or two to try again.
Rated 4 out of 5
Patricia Collins – October 10, 2021
One-dimensional and oak-heavy after 6 years. Bought a case on closeout, hoping the remaining 9 bottles will improve.
Rated 4 out of 5
Elizabeth Peterson – October 24, 2021
Nice blend and flavor with fruity and spicy notes. Drinkable now, but can improve with more time in the cellar.
Rated 4 out of 5
Lois Skinner – October 31, 2021
Ripe modern Margaux nose. Soft, rich and straightforward taste. Lacks a bit of complexity but still enjoyable.
Rated 4 out of 5
Dennis Patterson – November 2, 2021
There’s a line between California sunshine and Bordeaux tradition. This wine doesn’t just straddle the line, it stands right on top of the line. First impression is the exuberance of California, but it is reigned in with structure, as well as additional flavor elements from the blending components that bring notes of earth and green. The oak influence is moderate, and subservient to the fruit. Overall there’s balance for aging, but it’s also a pleasing drink today. I would hope to be able to leave a couple of bottles for 10-15 years of additional cellar time, but I doubt I will be that patient. In the context of Napa Valley Cabernet this is an outstanding value at $65 list price.
Rated 4 out of 5
George Hernandez – November 7, 2021
California valley wine, full-bodied and perfect with food.
Rated 4 out of 5
Dan Bergeron – November 28, 2021
Contrary to positive notes on CT, tasted watered-down, flabby, plain. Bad bottle?
Rated 4 out of 5
Steven Hill – December 5, 2021
Garnet-colored wine with fast legs and no sediment. Smells like blackberry, black currant, and medium toast. Full-bodied with a round texture and medium acidity. Finishes medium.
Rated 4 out of 5
Edith Yost – December 25, 2021
Soft, fruit-forward with dark plum & black cherry notes. Adequate tannins and soft finish. Perfect with 2016 Ch d’Armailhac.
Rated 3 out of 5
Charles Seng – January 15, 2022
Rated 4 out of 5
Anthony Vanmeter – January 15, 2022
Decant for a rounder taste. Notes of black plum, cherry, and dried herbs.
Rated 4 out of 5
Harry Hollabaugh – February 6, 2022
Vibrant with cherry, strawberry, and dark plum notes. Smooth finish.
Rated 4 out of 5
Michelle Gross – February 26, 2022
Balanced wine with jammy fruit and tannins. Perfect to drink now.
Rated 4 out of 5
Tony Tarver – February 28, 2022
Excellent juice with lovely blue fruit, savory flavors of sandalwood, mocha and bay leaf. Benefits from an hour or two of air. Pairs well with food.
Rated 4 out of 5
Harold Williams – March 5, 2022
Bordeaux-esque.
Rated 4 out of 5
Vernon Moman – March 8, 2022
Good wine that opens up well, ready to drink. Good value for money from Costco. Would purchase again.
Rated 4 out of 5
William Shaver – April 8, 2022
Deep magenta color. Aromas of peanut butter, black cherry, and porcini. Smooth, dry taste with full tannins and a long finish.
Rated 4 out of 5
Fred Long – April 16, 2022
PNP. Cherry nose with cedar. Blue fruit, sour medium finish. High alcohol, smooth tannins. Young, re-try tomorrow. Potential for improvement.
Rated 4 out of 5
Tim Adams – April 16, 2022
Balanced fruit and terroir. Dominated by violets and blue fruit with hints of cherry. Value for money at $55, despite 14.5% alcohol bite. Open for business.
Rated 4 out of 5
Susie Garcia – April 23, 2022
Delicious wine with balanced fruit flavors. Smooth initially and improved with aeration.
Rated 4 out of 5
Marie Peyser – April 23, 2022
Aging nicely. 2015’s are a delight. Balanced with good fruit, light tannins and acidity. Enjoy now or in the next few years. Cheers.
Rated 4 out of 5
Robin Aiello – April 24, 2022
Med ruby with red licorice, black & morello cherry, blackberry, red raspberry, caraway seed, lavender, tomato leaf, menthol & smoked sage notes. Medium bodied with red & black cherry, black plum, red & black raspberry, bitter chocolate, & unsweetened Turkish coffee. Tannins are med with nice grip and good balance & acidity. (91+)
Rated 3 out of 5
Flora Bryan – May 28, 2022
French nose meets American body: fresh, mildew, chocolate, cherries, cedar, velvety.
Rated 4 out of 5
Tanya Beauregard – July 14, 2022
’16 cab with good depth, balance & acidity. Needs more time than others from this vintage. Fair price.
Rated 4 out of 5
Paulette Hernandez – July 15, 2022
Enjoy now.
Rated 3 out of 5
Randy Swank – July 26, 2022
Color is good. Texture is nice. Overly acidic. Won’t repurchase.
Rated 4 out of 5
Linh Fuller – August 7, 2022
No formal note. Excellent now. 91-92. Lost to Caymus 2015.
Rated 4 out of 5
Joe Mccoy – August 7, 2022
Moderately fruity with sweet cherry, cedar, and spice flavors. Well-integrated tannins and gentle oak with a medium-long finish. Highly recommended.
Rated 4 out of 5
Ethel Thomas – August 26, 2022
Decant for optimal experience. Notes of cedar, smoke, cinnamon, and cherry.
Rated 4 out of 5
John Ochoa – September 5, 2022
Flat and low on acidity.
Rated 4 out of 5
Sherri Green – September 13, 2022
2016 Dave Ramey Cali Cab is traditional and elegant with a great finish. Noticeable oak needs some age to integrate. Evolves favorably for at least a decade.
Rated 4 out of 5
Anne Dillard – September 16, 2022
Blind tasting, integrated nose of oak and blueberry pie. Cassis, dark fruit, and a finish of vanilla. Probably a $100 Napa Cabernet from 2016. 91 rating, drink now or hold for 2-3 years at most.
Rated 4 out of 5
Daniel Golden – September 17, 2022
Serious with blackberry, cassis, vegetable notes, and vanilla. High acidity, oak, and chocolate finish. 2015 Napa. $80-100. 91. Drink now with a decant through 2030.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jeffrey Valine – September 29, 2022
Great value for California Cabernet Sauvignon. Balanced dark fruit with a smooth, long finish. Pairs well with prime ribeye and truffle fries. Not overly complex, but satisfying.
Rated 4 out of 5
Christina Mull – October 10, 2022
“Best after decanting for 2 hours.”
Rated 4 out of 5
Merrill Yu – October 22, 2022
Deep ruby red with notes of tobacco and earth. Savory with dark fruit flavors, and tannins that make your mouth pucker. Not 100% cabernet sauvignon, more like petit verdot. Not my taste, but not bad overall.
Rated 3 out of 5
James Parker – October 29, 2022
Acidic, age until 2026.
Rated 4 out of 5
Charles Small – November 7, 2022
Great wine. Repeat purchase.
Rated 4 out of 5
Luis Gilbert – November 14, 2022
Well-balanced and ready to drink. Minimal decanting required. Opens up nicely in the glass. Cheers!
Rated 4 out of 5
Alice Moses – November 18, 2022
Cherry, tobacco, and cedar notes. Opens nicely.
Rated 3 out of 5
Kendra Ash – November 26, 2022
Cocktail: Too strong. With food: Delicious.
Rated 4 out of 5
Albertha Repinski – December 4, 2022
Fruit-forward nose, with plum, currants, and cassis on the palate. Short finish, may improve with aging.
Rated 4 out of 5
Josephine Locke – December 30, 2022
Bold and robust, with a dry finish.
Rated 4 out of 5
Angela Baldwin – February 13, 2023
Wonderful cab with gentle berry flavors and no harsh notes.
Rated 4 out of 5
Ida Coulston – March 5, 2023
very nice and ready
Rated 4 out of 5
Bradley Mckenzie – March 11, 2023
Excellent winemaking by David Ramey. Dark berries, currants, raspberry. Moderate tannins, a bit bitter. Decant or wait a few years to ease tannins.
Rated 4 out of 5
Leonard Johnston – April 20, 2023
Smooth and pleasant.
Rated 4 out of 5
Aaron Bloomfield – May 12, 2023
Decent for the first two days, but excellent on the third day with softened tannins and low acidity. However, not much left in the bottle.
Rated 4 out of 5
Kristyn Simple – May 22, 2023
Napa cabernet with dark fruit, balanced oak, great acidity, tannins, medium-bodied, live mouthfeel, and long finish after an hour decant.

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Critical Acclaim

WS 90

Wine Spectator

This has started to mature already, with a mellow and understated profile of gently mulled cherry, red licorice, sweet bay leaf and worn cedar gliding through the subtly persistent finish. Nicely done for the vintage. Drink now through 2029. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.

WE 95

Wine Enthusiast

This is a great appellation wine blended with small amounts of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Cedar, char and celery salt accent tight, refined tannins that grip the palate with intense flavor and texture. Black currant, crushed rock and a hint of toasted oak also contribute.

WA 95

Wine Advocate

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with 10% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc. It has a deep ruby color and fragrance of Morello cherries, chocolate, mushrooms, savory herbs and pipe tobacco. The full-bodied palate is powdery and plush with soft, alluring streaks of herbal character and a long, layered finish. It could still use a few years in bottle.

What does Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017 taste like?

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidic

leather, earthy, mushroom

cherry, raspberry, red fruit

oak, tobacco, vanilla

apple, pear, peach

blackberry, plum, dark fruit

pepper, licorice, cinnamon

citrus, lemon, grapefruit

cheese, cream, yeast

asparagus, green bell pepper, bell pepper

raisin, fig, prune

violet, lavender, perfume

Food Pairing with Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017

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