Lot 527 | 2022 Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

What better way to kick off the new year than with a mountain Cabernet of the highest order? In the southern Mayacamas Mountains on Napa Valley's western flank, the rugged terrain and high-elevation growing conditions of Mt. Veeder yield some of the lowest tons per acre in the entire region – each precious bottling tends to be a labor-intensive masterpiece. Here, a tiny group of iconoclastic producers account for just 1% of Napa’s total annual crop, and have a reputation for crafting wild, powerful Cabernets. Hunted by serious collectors for their immense ageworthiness, the scarcity of these rare treasures often pushes bottle prices into the triple digits, with availability limited to exclusive clubs or allocation programs. It’s been a long time coming for the right wine from this AVA to present itself, but with the industry finding itself at a bit of a crossroads, we’ve recently secured one of the top beauties at a stunning price.   Lot 527 is a classic exemplar of mountain terroir