BOND
Matriarch
Napa Valley
2003
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
Mature: past the peak window, but still inside the full drinking arc through 2032.
This bottle is beyond its peak but remains within its drinking window through 2032.
The ‘03 Matriarch.
BOND Matriarch 2003 is a Cabernet Sauvignon 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
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon should show blackcurrant and dark plum, now joined by cedar, dried leaves and an earthy edge. The 2003 Matriarch is expected to feel mature and rounded, with softened tannins and enough acidity to keep the dark fruit composed across the palate. It is beyond its peak but remains within the listed window through 2032; the finish should favor savory spice and mellow berry over youthful power.
The 2003 vintage
BOND's 2003 Matriarch is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
About BOND
BOND's Matriarch is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised short ribs with truffle polenta
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Comté with quince paste
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is BOND Matriarch 2003?
BOND Matriarch 2003 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
When should BOND Matriarch 2003 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2007-2032. Within that arc, the peak window is 2009-2025. 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 BOND Matriarch 2003?
Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Comté with quince paste.