Wine detail

Larkmead Vineyards

LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection

Napa Valley

2019

Vintage

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon

Peak 2025-2038

Where it is, November 2026

At Peak: inside the peak window (2025-2038), within the full drinking arc.

This bottle is in its peak window through 2038, with a drinking horizon to 2045.

The ‘19 LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection.

Larkmead Vineyards LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection 2019 is from Napa Valley, United States.

Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline

Full drinking arcYou are here · at peak, 2026

Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.

Full drinking arc 2023-2045Peak window 2025-2038

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

Larkmead Vineyards' 2019 LMV Salon Estate Red Blend should show Cabernet Sauvignon aromas of cassis, blackberry and plum, with cedar and herbs. Napa Valley fruit is expected to feel concentrated and finely structured, tannins giving the palate depth and acidity balancing the dark fruit. Its peak interval runs from 2025 to 2038 and the drinking horizon reaches 2045. Expect a long, savory finish of berry, spice and earthy detail.

The 2019 vintage

Larkmead Vineyards' 2019 LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection comes from Napa Valley, United States.

About Larkmead Vineyards

Larkmead Vineyards' LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection comes 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 fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Aged Comté with quince paste

The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.

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Frequently Asked

What is Larkmead Vineyards LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection 2019?

Larkmead Vineyards LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection 2019 is from Napa Valley, United States.

When should Larkmead Vineyards LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection 2019 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2023-2045. Within that arc, the peak window is 2025-2038. 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 Larkmead Vineyards LMV Salon Estate Red Blend - Library Selection 2019?

Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Comté with quince paste.