We are always on the lookout for exclusive access to rare wines for Robb Report readers, and this year’s Premiere Napa Valley outdid itself in that regard. While its primary aim is to raise money for Napa Valley Vintners and the projects it supports, PNV, held the last weekend of February, is also a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the most recent vintage from the valley, in this case the outstanding 2021. We tasted them all so that you don’t have to. Our pick hits are below.
After several years of drought and 2020 wildfires that destroyed grape crops for many Napa Valley producers, the quality of 2021 is a welcome relief. Although the drought continued and quantities were relatively small, a near-perfect growing season offered ideal conditions for ripening small berries with a high juice to skin ratio. The vintage is filled with luscious fruit flavors, polished tannins, and vivid acidity. In short, everything you want and expect from classic Cabernet Sauvignon and red blends but don’t always get. As one international buyer, Juan Pablo Salgado of Delizia Wine Boutique in Costa Rica stated, “The 2021 vintage is beyond perfection. Structure and finesse blend into marvelous juice that will
