Patria 2021 "The Monarch" Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

96 Points - limited                                   Limited new release of Patria 'The Monarch,' a small-production gem of a Napa Valley Cabernet from Winemaker Tony Biagi.96 Points Lisa Perrotti-Brown: "I tasted a barrel sample of the 2021 Patria Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc. It is deep garnet-purple in color and waltzes out with open-knit notes of crème de cassis, blueberry compote, and chocolate box, plus touches of wild sage and dried roses. The full-bodied palate has a firm, serious texture of grainy tannins and plenty of freshness to support the generous fruit, finishing long and pure.”94 Points Jeb Dunnuck: "Coming from a mix of terrific sites (Oakville Ranch, Georges III, Montagne) and blended with 13% Malbec and brought up in 75% new oak, the Patria 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is a beautifully layered, medium to full-bodied barrel sample revealing classic aromatics (cassis, gravelly earth, chocolate, an