A thrilling brand, we share the world-class production of Valette Wine. Valette Cabernet Sauvignon is a limited-production by Jesse Katz (Devil Proof, Aperture) that is made for chef Dustin Valette. Chef Valette landed at Thomas Keller’s one-Michelin-star Bouchon in the Napa Valley and later worked at Michelin-starred Aqua in San Francisco, finally as executive sous chef under Laurent Manrique. Back in 2015 he opened his own restaurant, Valette in Healdsburg.
Chef Valette wanted to make a very special series of wines by his friend and colleague Jesse Katz. I have now tasted the past two vintages of the Valette Cabernet Sauvignon and it is very special and unique stuff, highlighting the loamy soil character of Oakville. The 2021 Valette Cabernet Sauvignon (OB, 100) is a perfect wine with vino rough edges and serious concentration, power and texture. It is a must-taste for any lover of Napa Cabernet. Learn more about these beautiful wines at https://www.valettewines.com/ and here is my review of the new 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon by Valette and winemaker Jesse Katz.
2021 Valette Cabernet Sauvignon- The 2021 Valette Cabernet Sauvignon has 19% Petit Verdot blended in. Coming from this Oakville site that neighbors Screaming Eagle. Creme de cassis, anise and violets mark the nose alongside stony minerals and a granite edge. The palate is elegant and shows bright underlying acidity with loamy soil accents. With silky tannins and a refined texture, this is a stunning rendition that is drinking beautifully now. Drink 2024-2045- 100