Top 10 Napa Cabernets || Decants with D

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D introduces his top 10 Napa Cabernets in 2021.
These are all wines D buys and drinks regularly. They were picked among Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with a price point of up to about $100.
No specific vintage years were considered. D mostly judged the wines based on their 2016 and 2018 releases, arguably the best vintages in Napa in this last decade.
The ranking is based on price, not preference:
1. Beringer Knights Valley
2. Buena Vista
3. Barnett
4. Groth
5. AXR
6. Caymus
7. Arkenstone, NVD
8. Nickel & Nickel, State Ranch Vineyard
9. Tom Eddy, Kerry's Vineyard
10. Mayacamas

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@ckamonosomez9321 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!!! Thank you for sharing your top 10 Napa Cabernets. Great recommendation.

@njayappa 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this video, D! Have been waiting for a line up like this to blind taste test. Great recommendations!

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@ckamonosomez9321 3 жыл бұрын

You're an amazing host! Full of energy.

@gtsum2 2 жыл бұрын

Great info and reviews. I have several of these in my cellar now, but wasnt aware of some either, so will pick them up (Tom Eddy, AXR). Thanks for putting out great videos!

@decantswithd 2 жыл бұрын

Eddy and AXR. Great cabs!

@wyattalexander4041 3 жыл бұрын

I have to say it….. Behringer Knights Valley is not from Napa that is clearly an AVA in Sonoma for anyone else that was confused about that…. “In 1983, Knights Valley was approved as a new American Viticultural Area (AVA). In Sonoma, the Knights Valley designation was first used on a Beringer label in 1974.” - Behringer Other than that I loved the video I loved your energy and got me hyped to drink some Napa Cabernet Sauvignon!!! Especially that Tom Eddy that wine has always had a special place in my heart haha

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

True, Wyatt, but the winery is in St. Helena.

@wyattalexander4041 3 жыл бұрын

@@decantswithd I’m aware, if the video was about visiting wineries I wouldn’t of said anything but this is a top 10 Napa Cabs and that isn’t a Napa cab although Behringer’s history is clearly strongly rooted in Napa this wine is not (even if it’s only 17miles away) . I truly wasn’t trying to be annoying I think it was important people know this information is all because it truly is a great wine for the money and I think its wonderful you expose people to this Cabernet but they should know it’s Sonoma Vineyards. I believe education is so important and Knight’s Valley is so distinct as well as awesome!

@johnbecker3159 2 жыл бұрын

Tried the Tom Eddy. It was unbeeeleeevable. Thank you!

@TheSommNextDoor 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! That's quite the Napa line up! I enjoy Shafer One Point Five which is just below $100

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a good one too!

@sharadsharma4833 3 жыл бұрын

Visited AXR about a week ago. Great location, hosts and fantastic wines. Been tasting the Cab for about a year now and got a chance to taste their ‘19 barrel samples of their single vineyard Cabs and the flagship/reserve. Amazing.

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they are a player now in Napa!

@jeffreymiller9808 3 жыл бұрын

NIce VIdeo, Love the Groth and the NIckel & NIckel State, Sullenger and CC.Ranch ...KIller Juice!

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeff

@floridaliving9853 2 жыл бұрын

I have a double Magnum 2012 Caymus, I got it 6 years ago for my birthday. Should I open it now or I have more time. If I open it can it be opened for few days ? Because it’s 4 bottles , either I have a party or I drink 750 ml a day for four days ? Please suggest ty sir You are awesome

@mumuemb 3 жыл бұрын

Iam Brazilian and i like wine ,I like your vídeos...

@misotam 3 жыл бұрын

hi. like your energy and drunkness when presenting the topics you like

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Misotam

@franknguyen8287 3 жыл бұрын

Me too, I like that

@laurencestewart3828 3 жыл бұрын

Picking 10 favorites from Napa, not an easy task. Thank-you. I would say Heitz Cellars Napa Valley for sixty-ish would be on my list.

@chrisginoc 3 жыл бұрын

You should try Trefethen's $45-$50 entry level cab.

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Never had it, need to check it out!

@jeffreymiller9808 3 жыл бұрын

I would agree with the Heitz recommendation and the Shafer 1.5 as well. I would add the Inglenook Cab starting with the 2012 Vintage when Philippe Bascuales (Margaux) took over Winemaking Operations as well as the Classic Chapellet White Label Cab as well. D did a nice job with the list though!

@chrisginoc 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffreymiller9808 Shafer 1.5 is great bag for your buck. Unfortunately they raised the 2018 vintage to $99 now.

@danf321 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy. GET TO DA WINE CHOPPA!

@franknguyen8287 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, your show saved me a lot time from select some of the best bottles of wine, and”Caymus” was my favorite….love it and will try the rest bottles among that ten

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Frank!

@markbozzello3269 Жыл бұрын

Dietmar. Love the Cali cabs as well. What’s your thoughts on BV. The cab is fantastic. And the tapestry red blend is equally satisfying

@decantswithd Жыл бұрын

I do like them both

@mumuemb 3 жыл бұрын

Hello D. Did you teasting The wine opus one and Overture...thank you

@decantswithd 2 жыл бұрын

Not yet! But Opus is coming

@LiveLoveCHXBeach 3 жыл бұрын

Good to learn to avoid 2017 for Napa wines. Interestingly, 2017 was a great year for Virginia wines. Bucket list is to tour vineyards in Cali.

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Keep it on the bucket list, it’s that great! In fact, plan to go twice.

@xunisysli9824 3 жыл бұрын

how about Robert Mondavi??? surprised it didn't make the list.

@tlhuffman 3 жыл бұрын

Do you prefer Napa Cabs over left bank Bordeauxs?

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

I do today. Growing up in Europe I used to like the left bank more. But today, not even a question for me - Napa Cabernet!

@joeringwood2429 Жыл бұрын

Knights Valley is a Sonoma AVA not Napa!

@LibertyNotLicense 3 жыл бұрын

That Long Island accent gets me every time!

@LibertyNotLicense 3 жыл бұрын

BTW, Thank you very much for this excellent video, D! 👍😊

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

It’s the Arnold from Long Island

@LibertyNotLicense 3 жыл бұрын

@@decantswithd Love Arnold... Most days! (Partly because of my love for southern Germany and Austria.) Your content is fantastic and much appreciated, btw! Subbed! Please keep producing it! 👍😊❤

@roopney 3 жыл бұрын

no ridge !?

@funsvlog7954 3 жыл бұрын

How about opus one, Robert Mondavi, insignia?

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

All way over $100. We limited for this too 10 to no more than $120/ bottle

@charliep9286 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your show…. I would add Shafer One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon & Chappellet Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon to the list. Also, Caymus is an OK wine if you like fruit & sweet “bombs” but no way top ten. Cheers! 🍷

@decantswithd Жыл бұрын

agreed

@larsostermann3795 3 жыл бұрын

“We are approaching a gate……. Sesame open”😂

@chrisginoc 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 Mayacamas resting in my wine cellar. When do you think I can drink it?

@coryz6880 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisginoc - Same here...Mayacamas are very age worthy wines, especially the ‘16 vintage. I plan on holding until at least ‘26-‘28. I typically cellar My age worthy Napa cabs for 10 - 12 years. 🍷

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

In 2-3 years my friend

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

yes, 10 years is perfect for a good Napa cab. I am drinking currently all my 2012 and 2013.

@rguard52 Жыл бұрын

Knights valley isn’t in Napa. It’s Sonoma.

@decantswithd Жыл бұрын

True, but right at the boarder. And the Beringer winery is in St.Helena, so there are strong Napa roots

@ellisbonton3857 5 ай бұрын

My wife says Austin Hope should be in your top 10

@decantswithd 3 ай бұрын

It is very good, but it is not from Napa

@buggy77 2 жыл бұрын

Barnett absolutely!!! Caymus? belong to the circus.

@Solitude47152 3 жыл бұрын

Did he learn his English in a pretzel factory?

@sergiodifranco4380 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Dietmar! I think (also suggest) that before you call any Napa Cabernet, "the best cabernet in the world"; you should try an Argentinian Cabernet. Best soil, terroir, temperatures variation, more experience in the art of making wines, etc. You americans tend to think everything that comes from you is "the best in the world"; and sometimes is right, and sometimes is wrong.

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

Argentinian Cabernets and Malbecs are great, too!

@LiveLoveCHXBeach 3 жыл бұрын

I would be interested learning specific ARG cabs and years to look for.

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

I have done 2 videos on Argentinian Malbec. And 2 Chilean Cabernets. But none on Argentinian Cabs. Coming soon!

@decantswithd 3 жыл бұрын

@@LiveLoveCHXBeach 2017, 18 and 19 were outstanding in Argentina

@dhays423 3 жыл бұрын

Actually, 90-95% of the grapes were already harvested when the 2017 fires happened. Don’t be afraid of 2017 if you are drinking wines from quality producers. A top quality winery isn’t going to risk their reputation by releasing a smoke tainted wine.

@wolaffarms6766 2 жыл бұрын

I agree on smoke taint but 17 compared to 13 15 16 18 19 is just not the same quality except for a few top end players.

@decantswithd 2 жыл бұрын

That's true Rob

@alexandrebrard 2 жыл бұрын

CAYMUS REALLY!?!!!?? Your list is for the pedestrians. There is a real California Cabernet blend selection: Mt Brave Grace Realm del dotto lokoya la jota cenyth mayacamas vérité ridge Montebello.