Mt Brave
Mt. Brave, located in the prestigious Mount Veeder appellation in Napa Valley, is a winery known for its powerful and expressive wines. Mt. Brave focuses on producing Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties that reflect the unique characteristics of the rugged mountain terroir.
Mt Brave's vineyards are located on steep slopes at an altitude of 425 to 550 metres above sea level. The cool climate and poor, rocky soils produce low yields and grapes of exceptional concentration and complexity. The extreme conditions require manual tillage of the vineyards, adding to the dedication and craftsmanship behind each bottle.
Mt Brave's wines are intense and structured, with deep expressions of black fruit, graphite, cedar and spice. The Cabernet Sauvignon is the house's flagship, while the Merlot, Malbec and other blends offer a more refined and silky dimension. Thanks to the balance between power and elegance, the wines have great storage potential.
Led by renowned winemaker Christopher Carpenter, who is also responsible for labels such as Cardinale and La Jota, Mt. Brave remains true to its mission of making wines that embody the pristine beauty of Mount Veeder. Every bottle of Mt. Brave tells a story of dedication, challenging terrain and the unique terroir of Napa Valley.
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Red wineMt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon
Read moreThe 2014 Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon is a majestic wine from the steep slopes of Mount Veeder in Napa Valley. The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon is made of 90.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 3.5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Malbec. This exceptional wine reflects the rugged beauty and unique terroir of this high-altitude region, where conditions are ideal for producing complex and powerful wines.
The grapes for this wine are harvested by hand from vines growing on thin, rocky soils at an altitude of 425 to 550 metres. This terroir ensures low yields but exceptional concentration and intensity in the grapes.
In the glass, the wine shows a deep, opaque ruby colour. The bouquet is intense and refined, with aromas of cassis, black cherries, graphite, violets and a subtle hint of dark chocolate and cedar. On the palette, the 2014 Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon offers impressive structure with firm, ripe tannins and lively acidity. Flavours of blackberry, cassis, tobacco and a hint of spice are followed by a long, complex finish with mineral accents.
The wine has matured for 22 months in French oak barrels, 80% of which are new. This ageing adds layering and refinement, while the fruit expression and terroir remain central.
With a storage potential of 15 to 20 years, this wine comes into its own alongside grilled lamb chops, venison back with a dark berry sauce or a rich truffle risotto. The 2014 Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon is a superb example of Napa Valley craftsmanship and offers an unforgettable wine experience.
