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Steve Rogstad crafts some beautiful wines for Brandlin Estates.

Brandlin Estates

December 1, 2024

The Brandlin Estate dates all the way back to the 1870s, when the family emigrated from Switzerland. They later descended on the Napa Valley and started their homestead high on Mount Veeder. They saw the potential of the land and soon began their fruit orchard, ran the local grain store and stagecoach. In 1926, Henry Brandlin planted his first grape vines at Brandlin Estate—vines that are still alive today.

Brandon Estates encompasses nearly 50 acres of vines, with many nearly 20 years of age. Wines are made by Cuvaison winemaker Steve Rogstad, who has crafted outstanding Chardonnay and other varietals for decades. Check out the 2021 Brandlin Estates ‘Mount Veeder’ Cabernet Sauvignon (OB, 95) which is nicely concentrated and structured stuff that shows off the warmth of the 2021 vintage. Learn more about these great wines at brandlinestate.com and here are my reviews of the new Brandlin wines.

2021 Brandlin Estates ‘Estate Cuvee’ Red Wiine- Seriously good, the 2021 ‘Estate Cuvee’ shows off its inky core in the glass. Mocha, tar and tobacco leaf mark the nose alongside dense dark fruits and pencil lead notes. The palate is rich and layered with gobs of tension and great depth. Enjoy this beautiful wine now and over the next ten plus years to come. Drink 2024-2034- 93

2021 Brandlin Estates ‘Mount Veeder’ Cabernet Sauvignon- The brilliant 2021 ‘Mount Veeder’ Cabernet Sauvignon shows off great aromatic range with dark currants and anise alongside smoldering stones and shades of espresso grounds. The palate is rich and decadent with a polished texture. Delicious now, enjoy over the next fifteen plus seas to come. Drink 2024-2039- 95

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