Ulysses Napa Valley 2016

Behind this estate is the Moueix family, known for great Bordeaux such as Trotanoy – here translated to a top terroir in Oakville on the western side of Napa Valley. The vines root deeply in gravelly alluvial soils near the To Kalon corridor: abundant sunshine during the day, significant cooling at night. Cabernet Sauvignon is the focus, complemented by small proportions of other Bordeaux varieties. The style is shaped more by Bordeaux-influenced finesse than by a blockbuster approach: dense yet cool dark fruit such as cassis and blackberry, graphite, cedar and fine herbal spice, carried by firm structure and very precise, polished tannins. Oak use is high-quality but deliberately restrained to preserve freshness, clarity and terroir character. The wines are impressive when young, but reveal their full complexity only after several years of bottle age – ideal for Napa collectors and lovers of great Cabernet classics.

California is the most versatile wine region in the USA – shaped by cool Pacific fog as well as hot inland valleys. This range enables styles from elegant, cool-climate Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays to powerful Cabernet Sauvignons and Bordeaux blends from Napa and Sonoma. Zinfandel stands for spicy, fruit-driven icons, while Paso Robles excels with Rhône varieties. Innovative winemakers, sustainable viticulture and diverse soils, from volcanic rock to slate and limestone, shape characterful wines with clear origin – from fresh everyday wines to world-famous top growths.