The Livermore Valley east of the San Francisco Bay area seldom gets the attention it deserves, which serves to keep a lid on prices. That makes it an exceptional resource for wine lovers more interested in value than cachet. Wente’s Wetmore Vineyard Cabernet from the 2017 vintage is a value gem, delivering layers of ripe black fruit aroma with supple tannins, a touch of wood spice and impressive length.
Wente Vineyards, Livermore Valley (Alameda County, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
By Robert Whitley