2025 Block Nine Cabernet Sauvignon "Caiden's Vineyards", California - 750ml

Overview

Block Nine Cabernet Sauvignon “Caiden’s Vineyards” 2023 750ML is a classic, value-driven California Cabernet with plush dark fruit, sweet spice, and a clean, energetic finish.

Tasting Notes

Hamptons Tasting Notes: Warm plum and blackberry open first, followed by cassis, black cherry, and a flicker of cocoa. The palate lands dry and medium-bodied, finishing with licorice, subtle applewood, and a chalky tannin grip.

Style & Specs

• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appellation: California
• ABV: 13.5%
• Oak: aged in 100% French oak
• Structure: medium acidity; chalky tannins (dry finish)

When to Drink

Vintage context: the producer notes a long, even 2023 season with consistent temperatures and strong flavors at harvest.
Hamptons cellar note: drink now–2029 for fruit and spice; decant 20–30 minutes to soften the edges.

Food Pairings

• Burgers or steak tips
• Herbed lamb
• Meatloaf or bolognese
• Aged cheddar or gouda
• Pepperoni pizza and charcuterie

Why Buy This Bottle

• French-oak aging plus dark-fruit drive gives a “real Cabernet” feel.
• Balanced build: medium acidity and chalky tannins keep it food-ready.
• Reviewer-backed value with a 92-point Wine Enthusiast score.