Cavatina Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release.
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Prime ribeye steak, slow-braised beef short ribs, roasted leg of lamb.
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Named after the short, lyrical operatic song, Paul Lato's 'Cavatina' Cabernet Sauvignon is a masterclass in harmony and poise, reflecting the winemaker's passion for classical music and artisanal craftsmanship. Sourced from select premier vineyards in Napa Valley, this wine represents Lato's venture into California's most famous Cabernet territory, bringing his signature sensitivity—focused on texture, balance, and restraint—to the powerful fruit of Napa. The wine undergoes meticulous fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a sophisticated expression that trades overwhelming power for seamless integration, vibrant acidity, and deep, layered complexity.
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Founded in 2002 by Polish-born sommelier Paul Lato, this artisanal winery is based in Santa Maria, California, within the heart of Santa Barbara County. Driven by a philosophy of minimal intervention and a quest for elegance and balance, Lato meticulously selects fruit from some of the Central Coast's most prestigious vineyards, including Bien Nacido, Solomon Hills, and Larner. The estate is highly acclaimed for its small-production, single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, and Syrahs, which beautifully capture the unique maritime-influenced terroir of the region. With an unwavering focus on purity of fruit and texture, expressions like the Solomon Hills Pinot Noir Suerte and Larner Syrah Cinematique have earned the winery a reputation as one of California's premier boutique producers.