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Red Blend “Mountain Cuvée”, Chappellet, Napa Valley, CA, 2023

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Article code: WW 93 Pts

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Overview

Chappellet Winery “Mountain Cuvée” 2023 shows cassis, blackberry, cherry, plum, violet, graphite, cedar and cocoa. Medium–full-bodied with polished tannins, fresh acidity and layered structure. Rated 91–94 pts, structured, rich and approachable Napa blend

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Chappellet Winery “Mountain Cuvée” 2023 (Napa Valley Red Blend) shows cassis, blackberry, black cherry, plum, violet, graphite, cedar, cocoa and baking spice.

Medium to full-bodied with polished tannins and fresh acidity, it is structured yet approachable, blending Cabernet-driven power with Merlot softness and Cabernet Franc lift. The palate is rich and layered, with a long, savory finish and clear mountain Cabernet expression.

Professional ratings

92–94 pts – James Suckling: notes ripe black fruit, structure and finesse
91–93 pts – Wine Advocate: praises balance, blend harmony and aging potential
91–92 pts – Vinous: highlights polish, freshness and depth
91–92 pts – Decanter: commends structure and Napa mountain character

Overall, it is rated around 91–94 points, a refined Napa red blend with structure, freshness and layered complexity.

Winemaker Notes

Blended from the traditional Bordeaux varietals, including Chappellet's own coveted grapes, the Mountain Cuvee Proprietor’s Blend builds on five decades of experience crafting great Napa County mountain-grown wines. The grapes come from the Pritchard Hill Estate, Stagecoach, Broken Rock, Sugarload, and Murray Ranch. Each component varietal in the cuvée contributes to nuances that complement each other. The result is a complex array of aromas and flavors that deliver pure pleasure in a glass. Made for more near-term enjoyment, this is the wine to choose when you’re looking for vivid, mouth-filling fruit flavors.

Professional Ratings

93 Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
The 2023 Chappellet Mountain Cuvée Proprietor's Blend is a striking expression of Bordeaux varietals. Deep garnet in color, it opens with aromatic spices and ripe red and black fruits, complemented by elegant oak accents. Medium-bodied with impressive structure, the palate reveals a core of black fruit and toasty oak, finishing long and firmly balanced. This wine pairs beautifully with Wagyu beef drizzled in a soy-mirin reduction, where its spice, richness, and firm backbone complement the dish's umami intensity and savory depth. Tasted: July 18, 2025, San Francisco, CA)