Spotlight Collection HWC To Kalon
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage release, as its formidable structure and rich fruit profile develop immense complexity with age.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, and aged hard cheeses.
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Hailing from the legendary To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, Napa Valley, the Spotlight Collection HWC Cabernet Sauvignon is a profound tribute to the vineyard's founder, Henry William Crabb (HWC), who first planted vines here in 1868. Robert Mondavi famously selected this site in 1966, recognizing its gravelly, well-drained soils as the ideal cradle for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. Sourced from the historic HWC block, this wine represents the pinnacle of Oakville terroir. It is typically crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the classic power and elegance of the site. Matured extensively in new French oak barrels, it delivers a rich tapestry of black currant, dark plum, and violet, underpinned by a distinct mineral-driven structure and velvety tannins that define the legendary To Kalon character.
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Founded in 1966 by wine pioneer Robert Mondavi, the Robert Mondavi Winery is located in the heart of Oakville within California's Napa Valley. Driven by Mondavi's vision to create Napa Valley wines that could stand among the world's finest, the estate is renowned for its historic To Kalon Vineyard, which yields some of the region's most acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. The winery's production philosophy combines traditional European winemaking techniques with innovative American technology, utilizing French oak barrel aging to craft elegant, structured, and age-worthy wines. Today, it remains a global symbol of Napa Valley excellence, celebrated for its iconic Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and expressive Fumé Blanc.