Band of Vintners

Consortium Cabernet Sauvignon

9.227 ratings
9.44 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Andrew S

A nice and balanced glass of wine with depth. Darker fruits, moderate oak influence. Drinks well now.

A nice and balanced glass of wine with depth. Darker fruits, moderate oak influence. Drinks well now.

Nov 2nd, 2018
Isaac Pirolo

I had no idea that the Band of Vintners Consortium project was intended to be a continuous project, but after the success of their inaugural 2014 vintage, getting the band back together for the 2015 was probably inevitable. The band's collective insider knowledge of how to source the best Napa fruit was proven with the 2014, and is reiterated with the 2015. While the 2014 seemed evident of Spring Mountain roots, the 2015 leans more towards Rutherford. The dust comes through immediately, and is derived from a mix of cocoa powder, cassis, black cherry, black currant, cranberry and baking spice. The 2015 rivals the quality of 2014, with the advantage of being immediately approachable. An absolutely stellar Napa Cabernet value.

I had no idea that the Band of Vintners Consortium project was intended to be a continuous project, but after the success of their inaugural 2014 vintage, getting the band back together for the 2015 was probably inevitable. The band's collective insider knowledge of how to source the best Napa fruit was proven with the 2014, and is reiterated with the 2015. While the 2014 seemed evident of Spring Mountain roots, the 2015 leans more towards Rutherford. The dust comes through immediately, and is derived from a mix of cocoa powder, cassis, black cherry, black currant, cranberry and baking spice. The 2015 rivals the quality of 2014, with the advantage of being immediately approachable. An absolutely stellar Napa Cabernet value.

Oct 3rd, 2017
Christopher Pappe

One of Napa Valley's best values

One of Napa Valley's best values

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E & K G

Great Napa cab at this price point. Fresh, flavorful. May lack complexity but itโ€™s a fun bottle to pop and pour.

Great Napa cab at this price point. Fresh, flavorful. May lack complexity but itโ€™s a fun bottle to pop and pour.

May 29th, 2020
Andy Baker

Love this 2015 Napa Cab. Outstanding mouth feel. Tannins are silky smooth. The finish is long lasting.

Love this 2015 Napa Cab. Outstanding mouth feel. Tannins are silky smooth. The finish is long lasting.

Apr 7th, 2020
Ryan Vento

Such a stellar project brought forth by Band of Vintners ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿป Comprised of Mark Porembski, Stephane Vivier, Dan Petroski, Cameron Hobel, Barrett Anderson, Brennan Anderson, and Jason Heller, the BoV pulled strings, called in favors, worked their networks, and utilized their collective winemaking experience to produce this outstanding QPR selection. Itโ€™s classic Napa through-and-through with black currant, blackberry liqueur, fresh boysenberry, black cherry, damp violets, coffee, fresh leather, tobacco, and a flawless hint of vanilla and baking spices. This soft and silky offering is dynamite; Iโ€™m glad I have more on hand and that it can be purchased right down the road from me. This is a win ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿป

Such a stellar project brought forth by Band of Vintners ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿป Comprised of Mark Porembski, Stephane Vivier, Dan Petroski, Cameron Hobel, Barrett Anderson, Brennan Anderson, and Jason Heller, the BoV pulled strings, called in favors, worked their networks, and utilized their collective winemaking experience to produce this outstanding QPR selection. Itโ€™s classic Napa through-and-through with black currant, blackberry liqueur, fresh boysenberry, black cherry, damp violets, coffee, fresh leather, tobacco, and a flawless hint of vanilla and baking spices. This soft and silky offering is dynamite; Iโ€™m glad I have more on hand and that it can be purchased right down the road from me. This is a win ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿป

May 23rd, 2018
John J
9.1

Ezcellent.

Ezcellent.

Mar 16th, 2018
Amy Smith

Well balanced, smooth. Has just a hint of fruit. Very nice.

Well balanced, smooth. Has just a hint of fruit. Very nice.

Oct 15th, 2017
Dan Kubisch

Nice dry finish. Bit fruitier up front.

Nice dry finish. Bit fruitier up front.

Oct 8th, 2017
Damian Walch

Cinnamon hits you right away. Cherry hints. Crazy dry. Tannins help the wine. Nice finish.

Cinnamon hits you right away. Cherry hints. Crazy dry. Tannins help the wine. Nice finish.

Sep 21st, 2017