Oakville, Napa Valley, California · United States
2021 To Kalon Vineyard Co. Eliza's Red Blend
Oakville's legendary To Kalon vineyard in a Cabernet Franc-forward blend from the classic 2021 vintage - designed for long cellaring.
- Varietal
- Red Blend
- Vintage
- 2021
Drinking Window
In 2026: Too YoungHolding. Drinking window opens in 2028.
Tasting Note
Eliza's Red Blend draws on To Kalon's Oakville Cabernet Franc for exotic spice and floral lift, balanced by Cabernet Sauvignon's weight, structure, and deep black fruit. Red and black fruit, mint, tobacco, bay laurel, dark berries, incense, and violet accents lead a long, persistent finish. The wine reflects the 2021 vintage's remarkable precision - a clean, focused profile with floral lift and a strong sense of Oakville place. The tannins are present and structured; the fruit is concentrated. Everything is in place for a long, rewarding development curve.
About To Kalon Vineyard Co.
To Kalon Vineyard Co. wines draw directly on one of Napa's most storied vineyards, long synonymous with top-tier Oakville Cabernet and Cabernet Franc. The combination of a legendary site name and limited, estate-driven bottlings makes these wines highly sought by label- and terroir-conscious collectors. With a collectibility score of 99 and iconic prestige, To Kalon occupies a unique position at the intersection of Napa history and contemporary fine winemaking.
Food Pairings
Herb-crusted rack of lamb with pan jus
Eliza's Cabernet Franc-forward character, with its violet, tobacco, and herb notes, is the classic partner for lamb - the herb crust echoes the wine's mint and bay laurel profile.
Duck breast with huckleberry sauce
The wine's dark fruit, incense, and floral lift bridge the richness of duck and the tart sweetness of huckleberry, with the tannic structure cutting the fat cleanly.
Grilled portobello with garlic and thyme
The earthy, tobacco-and-herb character of this red blend finds a natural vegetarian partner in meaty portobello with roasted garlic - the wine's structure handles the umami depth well.
Service & Cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 62-65F (17-18C)
- Decanting
- Do not open before 2028. When you do, decant 60 minutes to allow the Cabernet Franc aromatics to express fully. Peak drinking runs from 2030 through 2045.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
Frequently Asked
What is the blend composition of Eliza's Red?
Eliza's Red is a Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon blend from To Kalon's Oakville estate. The Cabernet Franc provides exotic spice and floral aromas; the Cabernet Sauvignon adds weight, structure, and deep black fruit.
Why is the To Kalon vineyard historically significant?
To Kalon is one of Napa's most historically important vineyard sites in Oakville, long associated with benchmark Napa Cabernet production. The name means the highest good in Greek. Its deep, well-drained alluvial soils and ideal Oakville exposition have made it a source for celebrated wines over more than a century.
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