Best Calif Cab at $49.95...

…I want nice graphite dryness, not too sweet…firm tannins yet silky…varietal correct, yet showing some terroir complexity and uniqueness from the sheep herd…GO!

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Older or newer vintage?

Frog’s Leap for sure in my book.

Oh yeah…CURRENT renditions.

Frogs Leap, look no further. $50.00 or lower at several retailers on wine searcher.

Tom

2018 Elyse Napa valley (and it’s not close)

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Terroir? So, are you ruling out Napa valley blends?

Ramey, Trefethen, Stag’s Leap Artemis, Paul Hobbs Crossbarn, Groth, Grgich Hills

Also 6 Magnums of Gallo:

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Exactly.

No…I want some uniqueness of the vineyard(s). Blends ok, as long as it breaks away from the sheep.

Frogs Leap
Saunter ESV although more expensive but currently $55 if you act fast.

my favorite is Ridge Estate. Is that still under $50?

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Plus 10% off if you buy a case directly from the winery.

I would not call it silky, and it’s got some pyrazine, but Smith-Madrone makes a wonderful cabernet

Agreed. Perhaps the only post-1996 California red which I will happily drink, courtesy of a wonderful gift once from Bruce H. of his board.

I’m not sure what the blend is for the latest release, but Blackbird Arise is a fine Napa choice at this price point. Caterwaul is another solid choice.

Another vote for Frog’s Leap

Where are you all buying this? I emailed the winery and they said it is not released yet…

Napanook was my go to…but that $49.95 is no more. Frog’s Leap…will check it out! Never had them.

Their wine club.