Iconic California Cab

Crafted with premium grapes from top vineyards throughout California, The Inaugural R Collection Cabernet Sauvignon is a ripe, fruit-forward expression made by some serious experts in the wine business. First, there's the winery's dynamic owner, Jean-Charles Boisset, winner of Wine Enthusiast's 2024 'Person of the Year' Wine Star Award, who 'seems to be pulling out all the stops to create something very special,' according to top critic Robert Parker. Then, there's the cellar team of absolute wine industry juggernauts: Stephanie Putnam, the former winemaker of Far Niente, a famous Napa estate whose Cabs fetch hundreds of dollars a bottle; Philippe Melka, once named one of the top nine wine consultants in the world (also by Robert Parker); and Thane Knutson, whose resume includes time at Napa pioneer, Hess Collection Winery. This bottling can be credited to Stephanie, who leads the show as Raymond's vice president of winemaking. Previous releases have a lengthy list of top gold medals and this vintage is sure to follow in its footsteps. You can look forward to a ripe core of cherry and plum flavors, notes of white pepper and a long, smooth finish. It makes for a showstopping dinnertime centerpiece or the perfect pour to share with loved ones. Tasting Notes: This is a full-bodied red wine with ripe flavors of cherry, rhubarb and plum accented by notes of white pepper. Its tannins are approachable and help to create an overall plush and velvety impression. Food Pairings: Beef, lamb, game, burgers, meaty pasta, aged cheeses If this vintage sells out, we will always substitute it with a wine of equal or greater value. Iconic California Cab By Omaha Steaks.