Philosophy

While Domaine Chandon is best known as one of America’s top sparkling wines, the winery also produces limited quantities of varietal wines from estate-grown vineyards. These wines are crafted by drawing on its experience with the traditional champagne varietals, first from Carneros, and now other appellations where Domaine Chandon produces some of its most distinctive sparkling winery exclusives.

This inaugural vintage of Chandon Cabernet Sauvignon from Mount Veeder captures the terroir of our estate vineyard in nestled in the hills to the west of the winery. With the longest growing season and the lowest yields in Napa Valley, Mount Veeder vineyards are known for dense, dark fruit with signature blackberry and cassis flavors that have good acidity and intensity.
Mount Veeder is a one-of-a-kind appellation with wine production severely limited by nature and yet the region is renowned for producing richly intense, age-worthy wines since the 1860’s.

Tasting Notes

Vibrant aromas of dark fruit are introduced on the nose of this Cabernet Sauvignon that bears the characteristics of its appellation. Notes of blackberry and bramble give way to hints of earth sage. Richly concentrated, dense blackberry, plum and run raisin flavors of the mountain fruit are carried by grippy tannins that finish with espresso and cocoa powder notes.

Food and Wine Pairing

This generous and intense wine pairs well with roasted venison, grilled lamb and braised meats flavored with bay leaves. Robust sausages and rich potato dishes would also provide a satisfying match.