BOND
Melbury
Napa Valley
2012
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2019-2038), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2038, with a drinking horizon to 2046.
The ‘12 Melbury.
BOND Melbury 2012 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 2012 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2012 vintage
BOND's 2012 Melbury is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
About BOND
BOND's Melbury is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Grilled wagyu beef with bone marrow
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shoulder with olives and capers
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged hard cheeses with dark honeycomb
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is BOND Melbury 2012?
BOND Melbury 2012 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
What does BOND Melbury 2012 taste like?
BOND Melbury 2012 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should BOND Melbury 2012 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2017-2046. Within that arc, the peak window is 2019-2038. 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 2012?
Pair this wine with Grilled wagyu beef with bone marrow; Braised lamb shoulder with olives and capers; or Aged hard cheeses with dark honeycomb.