Spring Mountain Vineyard
Elivette
Spring Mountain District
2016
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2023-2038), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2038, with a drinking horizon to 2046.
The ‘16 Elivette.
Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, 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
Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2016 vintage
Spring Mountain Vineyard's 2016 Elivette is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, United States.
About Spring Mountain Vineyard
Spring Mountain Vineyard's Elivette is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, United States.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Grilled ribeye with black pepper
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Rosemary lamb chops
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Braised short ribs with porcini
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016?
Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Spring Mountain District, United States.
What does Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 taste like?
Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2021-2046. Within that arc, the peak window is 2023-2038. 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 Spring Mountain Vineyard Elivette 2016?
Pair this wine with Grilled ribeye with black pepper; Rosemary lamb chops; or Braised short ribs with porcini.