About the product
Newton Vineyard Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 is a structured and expressive Napa Valley red sourced from high-elevation vineyards on Mount Veeder. The rugged terrain and cooler climate contribute to its intensity, firm structure, and refined balance.
On the nose, it reveals aromas of blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry, layered with notes of graphite, cedar, and subtle herbal undertones. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, offering flavors of black fruit, plum, and cocoa, complemented by hints of tobacco, spice, and well-integrated oak.
Firm tannins provide a strong backbone, while balanced acidity adds freshness and lift. The texture is dense yet polished, leading to a long, persistent finish with lingering dark fruit and savory complexity.
Powerful and age-worthy, this Cabernet Sauvignon is ideal for cellaring or pairing with rich dishes such as grilled meats, lamb, and aged cheeses.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Taste Notes
True to the Mount Veeder AVA, this wine is savory, mineral, and deeply structured, leaning away from "jammy" sweetness.
- Nose Dark and brooding. It opens with cool cassis, crushed blackberries, and violets, followed by "classic Veeder" notes of wet slate, pencil shavings, and black olives. There is a faint, savory hint of dried sage and tobacco leaf.
- Palate Intense and focused. You will find crunchy black currant and blueberry compote supported by a massive spine of sinewy, graphite-like tannins. The acidity is bright, providing a "tensile vitality" that keeps the heavy fruit feeling fresh.
- Finish Extremely long and refined. It leaves a lingering trail of aniseed, cedar, and coal dust, with a savory mineral grip that demands food.
Food Pairings
The firm tannins and "forest floor" nuances of this Cabernet make it an ideal partner for rich, fatty meats and earthy flavors.
- Savory Beef Tartare with Capers. The saltiness of the capers and the raw richness of the beef interact beautifully with the wine's acidity and olive notes.
- Main Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb. The "mountain edge" (sage and dried herbs) in the wine acts as a direct flavor bridge to the rosemary and thyme in the crust.
- Cheese Extra-Aged Mimolette. This hard, orange cheese has a nutty, salty intensity that can stand up to the wine’s powerful structure without being overwhelmed.
- Sweet Dark Chocolate Torte with Blackberry Coulis. The bitterness of the dark chocolate tames the tannins, while the blackberry echoes the wine’s primary fruit.
About the brand
Newton Vineyard was founded in 1977 by Peter Newton, a pioneer who was one of the first to recognize the potential of the steep, high-altitude slopes of Spring Mountain and Mount Veeder. Known for their "unfiltered" philosophy, Newton wines are crafted with minimal intervention to preserve the raw power of the site. The 2015 vintage was a year of contrasts—extreme drought and low yields led to incredible fruit concentration, while the cooling influence of the San Pablo Bay preserved the acidity. In 2026, this bottle is recognized as a standout from a vintage that favored mountain fruit over the hotter valley floor.
