Bella Union Vineyard
Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
2017
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon blend
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2025-2030), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2030, with a drinking horizon to 2031.
The ‘17 Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is from Napa Valley, 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
Bella Union Vineyard's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon should bring cassis, blackberry and dark cherry, with cedar and a quiet herbal scent. Expect a concentrated, smooth Napa Valley palate, firm tannins giving the fruit structure and acidity balancing its richness. It is expected to peak through 2030, with the drinking range closing in 2031. Dark fruit and spice should carry into a persistent finish with a subtle savory note.
The 2017 vintage
Bella Union Vineyard's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Napa Valley, United States.
About Bella Union Vineyard
Bella Union Vineyard's Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Napa Valley, United States.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Well-marbled ribeye steak
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Garlic and rosemary roast lamb shoulder
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Gourmet burger with aged cheddar
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon 2017?
Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is from Napa Valley, United States.
When should Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2022-2031. Within that arc, the peak window is 2025-2030. 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 Bella Union Cabernet Sauvignon 2017?
Pair this wine with Well-marbled ribeye steak; Garlic and rosemary roast lamb shoulder; or Gourmet burger with aged cheddar.