2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Holiday who is self-taught

who is self-taught

For purists

Pop it in an ice bucket and chill

you will see that the cellar is built into a hill on the bucolic property and you will feel transported to the old world

Consider this Stein’s “1er Cru” vineyard

2020 Matthiasson Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon “Phoenix Vineyard” Holiday who is self-taughtSteve Matthiasson has been leading his own charge since the 1990s when he went against the massive, oaky, flashy wines that were predominant. Matthiasson has always been a lesson in restraint and elegance. 2020 was at risk for smoke taint from the California fires, Matthiasson chose to pick the vineyards earlier than they ever had, the result is high toned red fruits, incredible acid and structure. The oak is handled in a way similar to Barolo, 20