Bevan
Cellars Ontogeny Red Wine Napa Valley 2023
AppellationNapa Valley
CountryUnited States
ColourRed
Alcohol15.2%
Bottle750 ml
Drink window2025–2040
The 2023 Ontogeny Red Wine from Bevan Cellars is a lush, expressive Napa Valley Bordeaux‐style blend grounded in bold Cabernet Sauvignon from Tench Vineyard, softened by Merlot from Sugarloaf Mountain, and lifted by small additions of Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. It opens with luxurious dark berry and mocha notes threaded through with graphite and violets, supported by polished tannins and bright acidity, offering both immediate depth and cellar potential over the next decade or more.
Tasting
- Aroma
- dark berries, mocha, violets
- Palate
- polished tannins, graphite, layered fruit
- Finish
- vibrant acidity, long and balanced
Pairs with
- grilled rib‑eye steak
- aged hard cheese
- herb‑roasted lamb
- venison stew