Verdon Estate’s Reserve No. 3 is a bold yet polished expression of Napa Valley, crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon with supporting Bordeaux varietals to enhance complexity and depth. Sourced from select vineyard sites influenced by the cooling waterways that weave through Napa Valley, the wine reflects the balance of ripe fruit intensity and fresh acidity that defines the region. The winery refers to this cuvée as its “wild child,” allowing each vintage to guide the final blend and showcase the personality of the year.
In the glass, the 2023 vintage opens with layered aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum, followed by notes of mocha, cocoa, vanilla bean, and subtle baking spice. The palate is rich and structured yet silky, with refined tannins supporting a concentrated core of dark fruit. Hints of graphite, cedar, and clove add complexity as the wine unfolds, leading to a long, polished finish with impressive depth and aging potential.
Critic Ratings
95 Points - Tasting Panel Magazine
"The wine springs into action with dark red fruit, lifted by an inherent fresh acid structure and mineral-inspired tension. Floral notes abound, from hibiscus to the herbaceous qualities of blackberry blossom. Graphite forms a belt around this amazon: fierce and sexy."
93 Points - Decanter
“About as classic Napa as it gets. Bold, rich, ripe blackberry and black cherry fruit mingle with graphite, fresh cedar, and dark chocolate, all finding their footing on the full-bodied palate. Supple, silky tannins provide seamless structure, gliding the wine toward a long and satisfying finish.”
