Kelham | 2008 RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Oakville | Napa Valley

2008 Kelham Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville, Napa Valley

Tasting Notes:
The 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a striking example of Oakville’s ability to produce wines of depth, power, and graceful maturity. In the glass, it displays a deep garnet hue with soft brick edges, a reflection of its careful aging.

The nose is complex and inviting, offering layers of blackberry compote, cassis, and dried cherry, interwoven with cedar, leather, tobacco leaf, and earthy truffle. Hints of dark chocolate, warm spice, and roasted espresso emerge with time in the glass, showcasing the harmony of fruit and French oak.

On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and velvety, with mature, integrated tannins and a lingering, elegant finish. Flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and mocha unfold slowly, accented by graphite and a whisper of baking spice, reflecting both its Oakville roots and reserve pedigree.

Mouthfeel:
Rich and polished with a supple texture, carrying both structure and finesse into a long, resonant finish.

Pairing Suggestions:
Exceptional alongside dry-aged ribeye, braised lamb shanks, or wild mushroom risotto, and perfect for slow, contemplative sipping on its own.

Cellaring:
Drinking beautifully now, with peak enjoyment through 2045+.