{"product_id":"2022-groth-cabernet-sauvignon-reserve","title":"2022 Groth Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 Decanter - Another solid Reserve Cabernet from Groth’s Oakville estate in Napa Valley. Just 4.8 hectares of Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon are designated for the Reserve blocks. This blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot was aged for 22 months in 100% new French oak. In 2022, the oak leaves a distinctly chocolaty imprint, reminiscent of extremely fine, high-quality dark cacao. Black and blue fruits peel away in layers from the rich oak spice, while beams of tannin support this full-bodied red. Loamy earth, dried violets and sage round out the finish, nuanced by espresso bean and toasted cedar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Groth Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship wine of Groth Vineyards \u0026amp; Winery, sourced exclusively from the finest blocks of the family's Oakville estate. Drawn from the gravelly, chert-rich Reserve Vineyard on the western edge of the property, it represents the pinnacle of Groth's winemaking. Despite the challenges of the warm 2022 growing season, meticulous vineyard management and careful lot selection produced a Reserve of remarkable depth, polish, and longevity. The wine is composed of \u003cstrong\u003e95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e, aged \u003cstrong\u003e22 months in 100% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e before an additional \u003cstrong\u003e14 months of bottle aging\u003c\/strong\u003e prior to release. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby in the glass, the bouquet is rich and expressive, offering aromas of salted caramel, blackberry, blueberry, and dark cherry layered with bittersweet chocolate, cedar, graham cracker, dates, menthol, and subtle baking spices. The new French oak is beautifully integrated, adding notes of vanilla and toasted cocoa while preserving the purity and freshness of the fruit. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is luxurious and impeccably structured, revealing concentrated flavors of tart black cherry, blackberry, brown sugar, espresso, cocoa powder, nutmeg, and crushed pepper. Fine, dusty tannins frame the dense core of fruit, while vibrant acidity keeps the wine energetic and balanced. Waves of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, cedar, and mineral notes unfold across a broad, velvety texture that speaks to both power and finesse. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is exceptionally long and polished, lingering with cassis, bittersweet cocoa, sweet oak, graphite, and savory spice. Already impressive with a generous decant, its firm structure and concentration promise graceful evolution over the next two decades. Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski noted that the \u003cstrong\u003e2022 Reserve \"looks to be even better than the terrific 2021,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e praising its plush texture, expansive palate, and long, velvety finish. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Groth Reserve is a classic expression of Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, combining the richness and intensity of a warm Napa vintage with the precision and balance that have long defined Groth. Powerful yet refined, it is equally suited to a collector's cellar or a memorable dinner alongside dry-aged ribeye, grilled lamb chops, or slow-braised short ribs. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51517291135282,"sku":"510000000007582","price":154.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/GrothCabernetSauvignonReserve.png?v=1785286688","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/2022-groth-cabernet-sauvignon-reserve","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}