BOND
Melbury
Napa Valley, United States
2008
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, September 2026
Mature: past the peak window, but still inside the full drinking arc through 2030.
This bottle is beyond its peak but remains within its drinking window through 2030.
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The ‘08 Melbury.
BOND Melbury 2008 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
BOND Melbury 2008 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2008 vintage
BOND's 2008 Melbury is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
About BOND
BOND's Melbury is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Grilled lamb rack
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Venison with red wine reduction
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Manchego cheese
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is BOND Melbury 2008?
BOND Melbury 2008 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
What does BOND Melbury 2008 taste like?
BOND Melbury 2008 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should BOND Melbury 2008 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2013-2030. Within that arc, the peak window is 2016-2024. 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 Melbury 2008?
Pair this wine with Grilled lamb rack; Venison with red wine reduction; or Aged Manchego cheese.