2021 Ghost Block Cabernet 750ML

2021 Ghost Block Cabernet 750ML

2021 Ghost Block Cabernet 750ML “This wine presents a captivating deep rub-red hue, accompanied by luxurious aromas of blackcurrant, ripe plum, and blackberries, complemented by subtle notes of cedar, vanilla, dark chocolate, and black peppercorn. Impeccable balance and finesse unfold with silky-smooth tannins leading the way, followed by a refreshing acidity that lingers, enticing you to savor each sip.” Winemaker

Jeb Dunnuck comments “…clear that 2021 is a very strong, if not truly exceptional, vintage for Napa Valley.” Napa Vintners and critics alike, are exalting the 2021 vintage; “…Concentration was “through the roof” (Phillip Corallo-Titus, winemaker at Chappellet) and quality, “off the charts” (Nate Weis, Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars). One of the most popular Napa Cabs out their has just arrived in this great vintage. The 2021 Ghost Block Cabernet is one of our most requested wines. I tasted the wine over the weekend and I can tell you it is definitely worth waiting for!

The Ghost Block story traces back to the early 1980s when our current owner, Andy Hoxsey, in his mid-20s, enjoyed a cold beer at the iconic local Yountville bar, Pancha’s, after a day of working in his grandfather’s vineyards. During his visit, he struck up a conversation with a retired veteran who inquired if he farmed the vineyard next to the Yountville cemetery. Andy confirmed, and this conversation took an unexpected turn. The veteran, perhaps under the influence of one too many beers, shared a tale of having seen a ghost leaving the Pioneer Cemetery, traversing through that very vineyard which he referred to as the cemetery field, and ascending the Yountville hillside. This apparition was believed to be the spirit of George C. Yount, the founder of Yountville, who had planted the first grapevine in Napa Valley in 1839. According to the veteran, George C. Yount’s ghost haunted that vineyard, making its way to the hill’s summit to oversee the town he had founded. Inspired by this encounter, the following morning, Andy moved to trademark the name “Ghost Block.” Thus, two legends were born—the ghost of George C. Yount and Ghost Block Vineyard.

Winemaker is Kristi Koford who worked under Zelma Long at Robert Mondavi and then took over from her at Mondavi, she is extremely accomplished. The 2021 vintage for Napa is a 96pt Parker Vintage. This wine will be a ghost before you know it!