2022 Patria "Monarch" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Patria's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon The Monarch is blended from several vineyards, either barrels that didn't get included in a single-vineyard bottling or those sourced specifically for The Monarch. Hints of leafy herb join cassis and black cherries on the nose, while the medium- to full-bodied palate is supple and silky, with a long finish. It's another wine from Patria that's really nice for the price. (JC)

Blink and you might miss this one. We have absolutely incredible, 50% off, Insider's Advantage pricing on this gorgeous Cabernet from Patria. I'm happy to go on the record and say that there's no better deal to be had right now in rich, ripe, modern Napa Cabernet. None. Nada. Zilch. Winemaker / proprietor Tony Biagi, is one of the biggest names in the valley making the wines at places such as Hourglass, To Kalon Wine Co., Amici, The Vineyardist, and was head winemaker for 10 years at Cade Estate / Plumpjack. Tony's connections run deep, and fruit for this wine comes from top sources in Oakville, Rutherford and more. This wine is full-bodied, rich, fruit-driven Napa Cab with incredible purity, polish, balance and pedigree. Lashings of creme de cassis, boysenberry, blackcurrant, luxurious barrel spice, hints of lavender, new leather, and lead pencil. So refined and silky on the palate. Explosive, easy to enjoy fruit, but also bright aromatics and wonderful balance. This really shows Tony's expertise and the quality of the fruit going into bottle. Drink anytime over the next 10+ years. An absolutely astounding value for money.