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Hundred Acre

Kayli Morgan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Napa Valley

2007

Vintage

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

ABV

Peak 2014-2035

Where it is, June 2026

At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2014-2035).

In 2026, the Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 is in the heart of its peak drinking window (peak_start 2014, peak_end 2035), with nine more years of prime drinking ahead. This wine entered peak in 2014 and has spent over a decade in the slow, deliberate evolutionary phase that makes great Napa Cabernet so compelling: the opulent black cherry, crème de cassis, and roasted espresso that burst from the glass at release are now woven through with dark chocolate, cedar, and a hauntingly perfumed violet that is the 2007 vintage at its most expressive. Lush and powerful, seamlessly balanced, this wine in 2026 represents exactly what collectors wait for - a fully mature great Napa Cabernet in the sweet spot between primary fruit and tertiary complexity. Open now or hold with confidence through 2034.

Related vintages

The ‘07 Kayli Morgan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.

WS 97 Classic and nine years from peak_end - the 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan is opulent, seamlessly balanced, and in full stride in 2026.

Drinking window

The arcYou are here · at peak, 2026

Tasting note

Deep purple-ruby with a still-vibrant rim reflecting 19 years from harvest - unusual staying power for this age. The nose bursts from the glass: opulent black cherry, crème de cassis, and roasted espresso open immediately, followed by layers of dark chocolate and a hauntingly perfumed violet and cedar tail. This is the 2007 Napa vintage at its most generous. On the palate, velvety tannins (7/10) coat every surface, delivering waves of dark fruit and sweet cedar with superb integration. The full body (9/10) is balanced by extraordinary natural acidity (7/10) that keeps the wine focused and food-friendly despite its considerable power. The finish is extraordinarily long. In 2026, nothing here signals decline - this wine is in full stride.

The 2007 vintage

Wine Spectator rates 2007 Napa Valley a Classic vintage (97 points), characterizing the season as "an extraordinary year of generous wines with ripe, rich fruit." The 2007 California growing season was nearly perfect: a mild winter and warm spring ensured even bud break and fruit set, a long temperate summer allowed flavors to develop without heat spikes, and harvest arrived under ideal dry conditions in mid-October. Compared with the fire-affected 2017, the drought-stressed 2014, or the irregular 2006, the 2007 delivered wines across Napa with extraordinary harmony: naturally high ripeness balanced by retained natural acidity and fine structural tannins. For sites like the Kayli Morgan Vineyard, the vintage translated into Cabernets of genuine depth and a demonstrated 20-year-plus aging curve.

About Hundred Acre

Hundred Acre is among Napa Valley's most coveted small-production estates, farming three distinct single-vineyard sites: Kayli Morgan Vineyard, Deep Time Vineyard, and Few and Far Between. The estate's approach is defined by meticulous low-yield viticulture and winemaking calibrated to express the individual character of each site rather than a unified house style. The Kayli Morgan Vineyard delivers wines of particular richness and concentrated power while maintaining the precision of fruit that defines the finest Napa Cabernet. Production is strictly limited and released primarily to the estate's mailing list. Hundred Acre wines carry a collectibility score of 100 among fine wine trade analysts and consistently command some of California's highest auction prices.

From the cellar: pair with

Dry-aged prime ribeye with truffle butter

Full body (9/10) and velvety tannins (7/10) match the fat and mineral depth of aged beef; the wine's dark chocolate and espresso notes echo the crust of a properly seared steak.

Braised short ribs with red wine reduction

Slow-cooked short rib richness is matched by the wine's 9/10 body and opulent dark fruit; the crème de cassis character mirrors the reduction without competing.

Aged Manchego and aged Cheddar cheese board with fig jam

The wine's natural acidity (7/10) cuts cleanly through aged cheese fat; the violet and cedar tail on the finish echoes fig's sweetness without clashing.

Service & cellaring

Serving Temp
60-64F (16-18C)
Decanting
In 2026, decant 60 to 90 minutes. At 19 years from harvest, the 2007 Kayli Morgan is fully open but benefits substantially from aeration to integrate its considerable concentration and reveal the violet and cedar nuances on the finish. A large-format Bordeaux glass or wide Burgundy bowl works equally well. If serving at dinner, decant 90 minutes ahead and pour as the main course arrives - the wine opens progressively and shows its best over the course of an unhurried meal.
Cellar Storage
58F (14C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
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Frequently Asked

When is the 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan at its peak in 2026?

Right now. In 2026, this wine is in the heart of its peak drinking window (2014-2035) with nine years remaining. The 2007 vintage's opulent black cherry, crème de cassis, and roasted espresso have developed beautifully alongside dark chocolate and violet complexity, producing the fully mature profile that collectors wait years for. Open now through 2034 with complete confidence. After 2035, the wine enters a mature phase that continues to hard decline in 2044. Explore other [Napa Valley Cabernet drinking windows](/wines/region/napa-valley).

How does the 2007 compare to the 2006 Kayli Morgan Vineyard?

The 2007 is the more generous and immediately compelling of the two. Wine Spectator rates 2007 Napa Valley a Classic vintage (97 points) versus the 2006's Outstanding (not Classic) assessment, and the difference shows in the wine: the 2007 is lush, powerful, and seamlessly balanced with hauntingly perfumed violet on the finish. The 2006 is warmer and more plush but with slightly less of the 2007's extraordinary freshness and acidity. See the [2006 Kayli Morgan](/wines/hundred-acre/kayli-morgan-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon/2006) for direct comparison.

What food pairs best with the 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan?

Full-bodied, velvety Napa Cabernets with natural acidity pair best with red meat and aged cheeses. Dry-aged beef (ribeye, porterhouse), braised short ribs, lamb rack with herbed crust, or an aged cheese board featuring Manchego or 4-year Cheddar are all excellent. Avoid very light preparations or acidic dishes that fight the wine's concentration. The violet and cedar notes on the finish suggest that dark chocolate pairings (e.g., dark chocolate fondant) are also a natural match. Browse [Cabernet Sauvignon pairings](/wines/varietal/cabernet-sauvignon) for more ideas.

How long should I decant the 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan?

Sixty to 90 minutes is ideal in 2026. The wine is fully open in the sense that it shows no reductive or closed character, but the considerable concentration benefits from aeration to fully integrate and reveal the violet and cedar nuances on the finish. Pour into a large-format Bordeaux or Burgundy glass after decanting and allow it to open further in the glass across the course of a meal. The wine continues evolving positively over 2-3 hours of air exposure.

Can I still cellar the 2007 Hundred Acre Kayli Morgan in 2026?

Yes, with confidence through 2034. The wine is in peak phase with nine years remaining and shows no signs of decline. The natural acidity from the 2007 vintage provides the structural backbone for continued aging. However, the wine is currently at the most dynamic and expressive point of its life, and there is a compelling case for opening bottles with intention now rather than waiting. Hard decline date is 2044 - this wine will remain interesting for nearly another two decades.