Dakota ShyNapa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

This Cabernet is composed predominantly from hillside vineyards on volcanic and sedimentary soils, offering an excellent combination of lushness and power. The sites are farmed by such powerhouses as Jim Barbour, Mike Wolf, and Phil Coturri. Tom takes a balanced approach with 18 months aging in French oak, 70% of which is new. The final blend is 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc. Cassis and plum compote lead the way to notes of baking chocolate and thyme. While the wine is dense, the texture is velvety with a soft finish.

About Dakota Shy
Tom Garrett’s Napa Valley roots run deep. In 1954, his grandmother purchased the family’s portion of the To Kalon Vineyard for $750 per acre. Tom and his brother John grew up among the vines, carrying their passion for wine into adulthood. Tom got his start making small batches of Cabernet Franc in the family garage, and his career took off when he joined Turley Wine Cellars in 1999. He later honed his craft at Joseph Phelps, Robert Mondavi, and Revana Family Vineyards. Since 2013, he has focused exclusively on Detert Family Vineyards and Dakota Shy. Tom is the epitome of hands-on— when we called the Dakota Shy winery, he picked up the phone himself. That personal touch carries through to the wines, which are crafted with soul.