Louis M. Martini

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.0232 ratings
9.017 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
Riccardo L.

Super smooth and balanced, one dimensional, but solid. In its prime now. Not a showstopper, but definitely dependable.

Super smooth and balanced, one dimensional, but solid. In its prime now. Not a showstopper, but definitely dependable.

Jan 1st, 2021
Anthony Pro

I have had this bottle for a while now... 2012 was a long time ago...

It’s ready. It’s likely the best this wine will get.

Smooth criminal.

I have had this bottle for a while now... 2012 was a long time ago...

It’s ready. It’s likely the best this wine will get.

Smooth criminal.

Jan 1st, 2021
Roy Goble

A solid drinkable wine

A solid drinkable wine

Jun 17th, 2018
Wayne Akimoto

JNJ
$41.99 - Reg. Price
$31.99 - Sale Price
90 pts- Parker

JNJ
$41.99 - Reg. Price
$31.99 - Sale Price
90 pts- Parker

3 people found it helpfulOct 25th, 2015
Christine Havens

Sporting classic notes of pencil shavings, black currants, mint, and fine dust, Louis Martini's 2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is like a no-frills 4-door sedan. Its structure is concentrated on the fore palate, with firm, fine tannins followed by plush blackberries, black Italian plums, figs, spice and anise, delivering Napa Cab expression at a reasonable price. There is even a dusting of cocoa powder on the exhaust pipe. Sample

Sporting classic notes of pencil shavings, black currants, mint, and fine dust, Louis Martini's 2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is like a no-frills 4-door sedan. Its structure is concentrated on the fore palate, with firm, fine tannins followed by plush blackberries, black Italian plums, figs, spice and anise, delivering Napa Cab expression at a reasonable price. There is even a dusting of cocoa powder on the exhaust pipe. Sample

2 people found it helpfulDec 27th, 2015
Riccardo L.

2012 is a cannon to the mouth. Big. Love it.

2012 is a cannon to the mouth. Big. Love it.

1 person found it helpfulDec 21st, 2015
Brad Hemmer

Blackberry, black cherry, eucalyptus, dusty, oak chips, a little chocolate, nice finish with good acidity, medium plus tannins, solid structure. Good value for Napa Cabernet.

Blackberry, black cherry, eucalyptus, dusty, oak chips, a little chocolate, nice finish with good acidity, medium plus tannins, solid structure. Good value for Napa Cabernet.

Jul 14th, 2016
Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

8.6

I probably should have brought wine but I was kinda hoping they'd have a cool old school list. They didn't. It's fruity and oaky but happily not as fruity and oaky as I thought it would be.

I probably should have brought wine but I was kinda hoping they'd have a cool old school list. They didn't. It's fruity and oaky but happily not as fruity and oaky as I thought it would be.

Oct 12th, 2015
Roy Goble

A surprisingly good 2012

A surprisingly good 2012

Aug 14th, 2015
Rebecca Fletcher

Dark fruit, spice, floral. M+ tannin and beautifully balanced. Great price for a really good napa Cabernet Sauvignon.

Dark fruit, spice, floral. M+ tannin and beautifully balanced. Great price for a really good napa Cabernet Sauvignon.

Aug 9th, 2015