Barrett & Barrett
Cabernet Sauvignon
Calistoga
2017
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
ABV
14.8%
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2023-2040), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2040, with a drinking horizon to 2047.
The ‘17 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is from Calistoga, United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2017 vintage
Barrett & Barrett's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Calistoga, United States.
About Barrett & Barrett
Barrett & Barrett's Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Calistoga, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Prime rib with au jus
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Grilled ribeye steak
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Braised lamb shanks
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017?
Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is from Calistoga, United States.
What does Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 taste like?
Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2021-2047. Within that arc, the peak window is 2023-2040. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon 2017?
Pair this wine with Prime rib with au jus; Grilled ribeye steak; or Braised lamb shanks.