Far Mountain 'Nunnery' Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

In Short

A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from Far Mountain with blackcurrant, plum, and cedar, built for the cellar.

Quick Facts

Region: Sonoma, CA Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Style: Full-bodied red Best For: Cellar, special occasions

Why We Stock It

We stock Far Mountain's Nunnery because it offers the structure and aging potential that rewards patience without the price tag of California's most established names. The wine sits comfortably at this price point as a serious Cabernet that will develop over the next decade, making it useful for anyone building a cellar or looking for something to open in a few years.

Tasting Profile

A structured wine with dark fruit and subtle oak that frames rather than overwhelms.

Winemaking

The wine is aged in oak in a way that allows the fruit to remain the focus. Details of fermentation and vessel are not specified, but the structure suggests careful extraction and time in oak suited to Cabernet aging.

Serving & Pairing

Serve at 64 to 66 degrees Fahrenheit and decant for 30 to 45 minutes before opening. This wine pairs well with grilled ribeye or beef stew, where the tannins cut through fat and the dark fruit complements savory depth. It also works alongside a charcuterie board with aged cheeses, where the cedar note plays against the richness.

The Estate

Far Mountain Wine is a United States producer. Limited details are publicly available about the estate's scale and farming practices.

Terroir

Far Mountain, United States represents a region where Cabernet Sauvignon ripens fully, yielding the dark fruit and structure evident in this wine. The site's aspect and soils support the firm tannin profile that marks this as a wine built for the cellar.