Country: U.S.A.

Region: Napa Valley

Vintage: 2012

Cépage: Cabernet Sauvignon (100%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 95 (WE)

Our founding winemaker Dimitri Tchelistcheff only designated a wine “Reserve” if it stood out as truly extraordinary. The release of the 2012 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon marks the next release of this very special wine since the previous 2008 vintage.  The 2012 growing season was ideal with a mild spring and no frost, followed by a moderate summer.   Cabernet Sauvignon fared wonderfully with a generous crop load of beautifully balanced fruit, especially for Napa Valley.

The 2012 Jarvis Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon showcases a wine of immense complexity from the favorable vintage conditions. It exhibits a rich, dense entry and a supple texture. The aroma is reminiscent of dark Bing cherry and black plums, and on the palate, the wine gives way to a spectrum of brooding dark fruits supported by mouth-filling smooth tannins. Hints of sweet oak and toast lead to a long, expressive finish.  

The grapes for all Jarvis wines are grown on hillside vineyards, which were originally planted in 1986. The winery and vineyards are located on the Vaca Mountain, about 1,000 feet above the valley floor and four miles east of the city of Napa. The cool mountain growing region provides moderate temperatures for optimum ripening of the grapes.  

Recommended cellaring 15-20 years from vintage.

Winemaker's Notes