{"product_id":"ashes-diamonds-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","title":"Ashes \u0026 Diamonds Cabernet Sauvignon 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Land\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis wine is a tribute to the southern end of Napa Valley, where the cooler marine influence defines the Oak Knoll District AVA. Here, mornings start under fog, and afternoons are measured by sunlight, not scorched by it—creating an ideal climate for slow, steady ripening. The backbone of the 2022 blend is old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon from the historic Rossi Vineyard, whose gravelly, clay-loam soils deliver structure and aromatic precision. Supporting that are estate-grown, organically farmed Merlot and Cabernet Franc vines, rooted in the same district and nurtured with deep respect for the soil. These sites yield fruit that’s expressive but never overripe—Cabernet with lift and linearity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, all organically farmed and fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel. This approach preserves purity and tension in the wine from the start. It was aged for 18 months in carefully selected French oak barrels from Taransaud, Sylvain, and Millard—mostly neutral, chosen for nuance rather than imprint. The result is a Cabernet that leads with elegance: red currant, cassis, dried herbs, and graphite, framed by fine-grained tannins and a fresh, persistent acidity. At 13.5% alcohol, the wine is built for those who prize structure over excess—a modern classic with roots in Napa’s restrained past.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe People\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAshes \u0026amp; Diamonds was founded by Kashy Khaledi with a singular vision: to recapture the spirit of Napa Valley before the rise of opulence, when Cabernet Sauvignon was defined by grace, not weight. Partnering with winemakers Steve Matthiasson and Diana Snowden Seysses—both champions of sustainable farming and minimalist winemaking—he’s crafted a new kind of Napa narrative. A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003efter being inspired by the 1958 Polish film \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAshes and Diamonds (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ethe winery’s namesake) the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e film explores the tension between idealism and realism in post-war Poland. It became a touchstone for Khaledi, who translated its mood and message into a winemaking philosophy rooted in reflection, restraint, and reverence for the past. \u003c\/span\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon reflects that ethos: organically grown, thoughtfully composed, and transparent in its expression of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGrilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Mostarda \u0026amp; Thyme-Roasted Potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis dish brings out the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCabernet’s red cherry, herbal lift, and graphite minerality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e. The pork’s char and the sweet-savory mostarda align nicely with the wine’s balance of structure and finesse. Cabernet Sauvignon doesn’t always need a heavy red meat dish to make it delicious!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted Red Pepper Galette with Herbed Cheese, Zucchini Ribbons \u0026amp; Flaky Butter Crust\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cspan\u003eSweet roasted peppers bring out the Cabernet’s red fruit and subtle floral peppery flavors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehe buttery crust and green herb notes keep the pairing lifted and composed. It’s comforting but elegant, and squarely in line with the wine’s refined, throwback Napa style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46972720087263,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0439\/7436\/1248\/files\/P5141144.jpg?v=1747259313","url":"https:\/\/danverwinemerchant.com\/products\/ashes-diamonds-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","provider":"Denver Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}