The wonderful folks at Marietta have a new line of wines called Old Vine Ranch. This builds on the fifty-year legacy of their Old Vine Red, which the Wine Advocate called "one of the world's iconic value wines." Trust me, the debut vintage of their Old Vine Ranch Cab is also an iconic value wine.
"The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Old Vine Ranch is fabulous. What a beautiful and expressive wine this is." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media.
Scott Bilbro runs the show at Marietta Cellars these days, and he's one of the nicest guys in the business. Since taking over for his father Chris about a decade ago, he has continued the quality-driven focus that his dad started in 1978. When you taste this, I think you'll agree that it's both a formidable wine and an amazing value.
It very deservedly snagged 91 points from Vinous Media and 89 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. At less than $20, it really crushes its competitors in this price range. We've got 84 bottles available at deal pricing.
2023 Marietta Old Vine Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon -- Why Should You Buy It?
- Bold, rich, vibrant, it is a pure expression of the classic "Marietta style" and of their exceptional vineyard sites.
- I love Antonio Galloni's review -- my notes were quite similar. "Bold, punchy and super-expressive, the 2023 is a winner. Blackberry, gravel, spice, dried herbs, lavender and chocolate all run through this fruity, savory Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink 2025 - 2031."
- Made with minimal intervention, this is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that was hand-harvested, fermented in stainless steel, and aged in older barrels.
Like all of Marietta's wines, this overdelivers big time! Serve it to your friends, and they will think you spent twice the price. Enjoy with classic Cabernet pairings like steak or beef stew, but this is soft and juicy enough to enjoy without food.
