2022 Yoeman Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS
Tasting Note: The most challenging wine we produce, with only 4 barrels made. The 2022 Yoeman PLUS is a deep, dark purple, offering an aromatic blend of sandalwood, sweet tobacco, plum, and blackberry. Full-bodied and richly layered, it features notes of loganberry, boysenberry, and black currant, balanced by earthy tones and polished tannins. Juicy on the palate with bright acidity and a long, age-worthy finish. Enjoy now through 2040. Best paired with rich, savory dishes—especially grilled or roasted meats, mushrooms, cheeses, or even dark chocolate.
Awards & Accolades
- 93 points – Wilfred Wong
- 94 points – Wine Enthusiast
2022 Goldschmidt PLUS Game Ranch Oakville
Tasting Note: The wine presents with a deep purple hue and the nose is immediately captivating with layers of ripe boysenberry, savory black olive tapenade, and floral perfume. Subtle hints of oak enhance notes of baking spices. On the palate, the wine is polished and refined, with silky tannins that frame juicy flavors of boysenberry, blueberry, and plum. The seamless integration of oak and spice elevates the experience, with the impression of sweet fruit lingering gracefully on the finish. This Cabernet is elegant and vibrant, offering a pure expressive of Oakville’s terroir. The bold, full-bodied nature of this wine makes it ideal for pairing with rich, savory dishes such as grilled or roasted red meats, hearty pastas, and aged cheeses. Enjoy now or cellar through 2050.
Awards & Accolades
- 93 points – Robert Parker
- 93 points – Wilfred Wong
- 93 points – Wine Advocate
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS Yoeman, Alexander Valley
Tasting Note: Deep purple color. Aromas of black cherries and dark plum that, combined with the notes of sweet oak and
spices, create a delightful introduction to this amazing wine. The mouth is full and velvety, dark berries are the protagonist here, subtle notes of vanilla and creme brulee combine with sweet caramel that lingers in the palate.
Awards & Accolades
- 93 points – James Suckling
2021 Goldschmidt PLUS Game Ranch Oakville
Tasting Note: The profile of the fruit from Game Ranch has always been characterized by intense aromas and complex flavors. This is certainly a true statement for this vintage. Intense notes of black cherries, blackberries along with tobacco and oak are the main aromas presented in the wine. The flavors are intense, as expected from this vineyard, complex layers of dark fruit and toasty oak followed with notes of vanilla and spices. The tannins are supple and round, creating the perfect structure that ends with a long and lasting finish.
Awards & Accolades
- 94 points – James Suckling
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS Yoeman, Alexander Valley
Tasting Note: The wine is deep purple hue. Aromas of Blueberry, Black Cherry and Plum show a fruit driven wine of maximum complexity. Bright and vibrant. The mouth is rich and full immediately with classic Alexander Valley supple tannins. 2019 was a cooler vintage and so has great vibrancy and life.
Awards & Accolades
- 93 points – Wine Enthusiast Catalog
- 93 points – James Suckling
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS Game Ranch, Napa Valley
Tasting Note: The 2019 PLUS captures the vintage beautifully. Deep purple, red in color. The aromatics in the glass pours out purple- blackcurrant, blackberry and boysenberry with toasty vanilla and spice playing supporting roles. Bright, fresh and restrained on entry, the mid-palate offers a blend of fruit, spice, toasty oak and cedar notes. While the finish offers plenty of structure to age beautifully, the round polished tannins give warmth and texture to finish.
Awards & Accolades
- 94 points – Wine Spectator
- 93 points – Wine Enthusiast
- 93 points – James Suckling
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS Yoeman, Alexander Valley
Tasting Note: This wine has a deep purple color with aromas of black cherry and plum, leading to a deep complexity with a touch of licorice and vanilla oak. The palate is full of black fruit with long supple tannins, building to the end. 2018 was an early vintage and so we have great structure along with the elegant Yoeman finish.
Awards & Accolades
- 94 points – Wine Enthusiast, Cellar Selection
- 96 points – The Tasting Panel
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon PLUS Game Ranch, Napa Valley
Tasting Note: Dark purple-black; fragrant scents of dates, blackberry, fig, and plum. Blueberry, raspberry, and black olive flavors wrap around a spicy oak frame. With its fine-grained, silky tannins the mid-palate will become broader and more refined with age. Finishes with an touch of walnut.
Awards & Accolades
- 92 points – Wine Enthusiast
- 92 points – Wine & Spirits
Recent Awards + Accolades
2018 Goldschmidt Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Yoeman Plus
8 Aug, 2022 – Savory cocoa powder and sandalwood to the blackberries, olives, dried herbs and pine cones. A hint of red chili pepper, too. Very full-bodied red, packed with powerful, granular tannins that will need time to soften. Extracted, a little chewy and heady, but luckily this is still juicy and very long, with lots of creamy oak. A bit obvious, but shows quality, too. Needs at least two or three years to come together. Drink after 2024.
2017 Goldschmidt Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Yoeman Plus
4 Feb, 2022 – This shows notes of ripe dark fruit, baking spices, nut shells, pine wood with hints of dried herbs and crushed stones. Firm and chewy with a full body and a lingering stream of tight yet polished tannins. Rich and complex. Long finish with an array of blue fruit and crushed stones. Needs some time to soften. Try after 2025.