{"title":"Salvestrin Three D","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"salvestrin-three-d-cabernet-sauvignon-2013","title":"Salvestrin Three D Cabernet Sauvignon 2013","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalvestrin Three D Cabernet Sauvignon 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e is a barrel-select 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from St. Helena, Napa Valley, bottled at 14.8% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Awarded 94 points by \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e, this 2013 vintage represents a stringent selection of only the top barrels from Salvestrin's estate vineyard — typically just 8 to 12 barrels from the entire production make the final cut each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.8%  |  Origin: St. Helena, Napa Valley, California  |  Vintage: 2013  |  Winery: Salvestrin Winery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalvestrin Winery is a family-owned estate in St. Helena, one of Napa Valley's most storied appellations for Cabernet Sauvignon. The Three D bottling is not simply a reserve label — it is a barrel selection program in which the winery's finest Cabernet lots are evaluated at multiple intervals during aging, with only the most exceptional 8 to 12 barrels chosen for the final blend. The 2013 was aged entirely in new French oak barrels, a regimen that contributes structure and seasoning without masking the site's inherent character. The result is a full-bodied, 100% varietal wine that showcases the power and concentration of a warm St. Helena vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with high-intensity mocha and freshly picked dark cherries, followed by layers of kir (blackcurrant liqueur) and a cedar-graphite undertone imparted by new French oak. Subtle vanilla emerges as the wine breathes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is dense with ripe black plums and burly black cherry fruit, moving into a mid-palate laced with herbes de Provence and light baking spice. Full-bodied and generously ripe, the wine integrates its weight gracefully, delivering understated power rather than overt intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky, fine-grained tannins carry the wine to a long, polished conclusion. Lingering notes of graphite, cedar, and dark fruit persist well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Three D Cabernet\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine built for the glass — serve it at cellar temperature (60–65°F) after decanting for 30 to 60 minutes to allow the dense fruit and oak integration to fully unfold. At over a decade from vintage, the 2013 is drinking in a rewarding window where primary fruit and developing secondary complexity coexist. While not a cocktail wine, it pairs superbly with rich cuisine at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious Napa Valley Cabernet collector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a vertical tasting of Salvestrin's Three D program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a prime-cut steak dinner or holiday roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring alongside other high-scoring 2013 Napa Cabernets for future comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Three D Cabernet taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e The dominant profile is dense black cherry and plum fruit with mocha, cedar, and graphite complexity, finishing with silky, fine-grained tannins and herbal seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Three D compare to other St. Helena Cabernets?\u003c\/strong\u003e Three D distinguishes itself through its barrel-selection process, where only 8 to 12 barrels make the cut each vintage — giving it a level of concentration and refinement that sets it apart from standard estate bottlings in the appellation. Its 94-point \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e score places it among well-regarded St. Helena Cabernets from the acclaimed 2013 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Three D good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the combination of 100% new French oak aging, full body, and structured tannins gave this wine significant aging potential at release, and the 2013 vintage continues to drink well with over a decade of bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Three D made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Three D Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Salvestrin Winery, a family estate located in St. Helena, in the heart of Napa Valley, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Three D Cabernet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled bone-in ribeye steak complements its dense fruit and tannin structure. Braised short ribs echo the wine's herbal complexity. Aged hard cheeses like Comté or Gruyère match its oak-driven richness. Dark chocolate desserts align with the mocha and black cherry notes. Herb-crusted lamb rack mirrors the herbes de Provence character found on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Three D come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Salvestrin Three D Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 is available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Three D worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Three D positions as a premium, limited-production Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon — only 8 to 12 barrels are selected per vintage. With a 94-point \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e rating and 100% new French oak aging, it delivers a level of concentration and critical recognition that competes favorably within the upper tier of Napa Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Three D?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Three D program is defined by ruthless barrel selection — not every vintage produces a large quantity, and only the best lots survive multiple rounds of evaluation during aging. The 2013 vintage, widely regarded as one of Napa Valley's strongest in recent memory, gave Salvestrin exceptional raw material to work with, and the 94-point \u003cem\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e score confirms the result. Aged entirely in new French oak and bottled as a 100% varietal Cabernet, this is a wine that reflects both site and season with uncommon precision. For collectors seeking under-the-radar Napa Cabernet with genuine pedigree, the Three D remains a compelling find.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salvestrin Three D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837797232809,"sku":"29071","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Salvestrin-Three-D-Cabernet-Sauvignon__67036.jpg?v=1730494845"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/salvestrin-three-d.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}