Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon 375ML

Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon 375ML is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California, bottled at 15.1% ABV in a convenient half-bottle format. Awarded 94 points by Tasting Panel and 92 points from Wine Spectator, this wine draws from six distinct Napa Valley sub-appellations to build a layered, richly structured red.

Quick Facts: ABV: 15.1%  |  Origin: Napa Valley, California  |  Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon  |  Winemaker: Joe Wagner

Production & Heritage

Quilt is the work of Joe Wagner, a fifth-generation Napa Valley winemaker whose family roots in the region run deep. The fruit is sourced from a patchwork of prime vineyard sites across Oakville, St. Helena, Atlas Peak, Coombsville, Calistoga, and Howell Mountain — each contributing distinct characteristics that together form the "quilt" of flavors that gives the wine its name. Fermentation and aging take place in small French oak barrels, with a split of approximately 70% new oak and 30% seasoned barrels, where the wine also undergoes secondary fermentation to build texture and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Dark ruby red in the glass, the nose opens with concentrated black currant and ripe blackberry before shifting to chocolate, marionberry, and toasted oak. A subtle undercurrent of dark cherry and hazelnut rounds out the aromatics.

Taste: The entry is lush and fruit-forward — crème de cassis, blackberry preserves, and plum dominate the front palate. At mid-palate, layers of chocolate cherry, toffee, and brown sugar emerge alongside a charry, savory quality. Higher-toned fruit notes keep the richness in balance, with molasses and rhubarb adding unexpected depth.

Finish: Polished and moderately long, with vanilla-accented toast, dark licorice, and lingering dark fruit. The oak integration is seamless, leaving a warm, satisfying close without excessive tannin grip.

How to Drink Quilt Cabernet

This Cabernet is best served at cellar temperature, around 60–65°F, and benefits from 20–30 minutes of breathing time in the glass. Its bold, fruit-driven profile also makes it a strong foundation for wine-forward cocktails. A Cabernet Sangria with dark stone fruit and citrus complements the wine's natural berry intensity. A Kalimotxo (red wine and cola) plays off the toffee and brown sugar notes in an unexpectedly satisfying way. For a refined option, a New York Sour — built with bourbon and topped with this Cab — gains extra depth from the wine's chocolate and cassis character.

Best For

• A weeknight steak dinner without opening a full bottle
• Gifting a Napa Valley wine lover in a personal, curated way
• Building a tasting flight of single-varietal California Cabernets
• Pairing with a charcuterie board at an intimate gathering

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Quilt Cabernet taste like? Quilt Cabernet is a rich, fruit-driven Napa Valley red dominated by blackberry preserves, crème de cassis, chocolate, and toffee, with supporting notes of toasted oak and dark licorice. It is frankly ripe and hedonistic, balanced by higher-toned fruit and a polished vanilla-laced finish.

How does Quilt Cabernet compare to Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon? Winemaker Joe Wagner is the son of Chuck Wagner, founder of Caymus Vineyards, so both wines share a Napa Valley pedigree and preference for ripe, generous fruit. Quilt distinguishes itself through its multi-appellation sourcing from six sub-regions, giving it a broader patchwork of flavor influences compared to Caymus's more singular vineyard identity.

Is Quilt Cabernet good for sipping neat? Absolutely — this is a full-bodied, well-structured Cabernet that rewards careful attention on its own, especially with a few minutes of air to let the layered dark fruit and oak notes fully develop.

Where is Quilt Cabernet made? Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in Napa Valley, California, by winemaker Joe Wagner. The fruit is sourced from vineyards across six prestigious Napa sub-appellations: Oakville, St. Helena, Atlas Peak, Coombsville, Calistoga, and Howell Mountain.

What foods pair well with Quilt Cabernet? Grilled ribeye steak matches the wine's bold dark fruit and oak backbone. Braised short ribs echo its toffee and brown sugar undertones. Dark chocolate desserts complement the cocoa and cassis notes. Aged cheddar or Gouda amplify the wine's richness, while roasted lamb with herbs stands up to the full body and tannic structure.

What sizes does Quilt Cabernet come in? Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon is available in a standard 750ml bottle and this 375ml half-bottle format, making the smaller size ideal for solo dining or sampling without committing to a full bottle.

Is Quilt Cabernet worth the price? Quilt positions as a premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, and its multi-appellation sourcing, 94-point Tasting Panel score, and use of predominantly new French oak place it firmly in line with — or ahead of — many wines at its price tier.

Why Quilt Cabernet?

What separates Quilt from the crowded field of Napa Cabernets is its deliberate multi-vineyard approach — pulling fruit from six distinct sub-appellations to assemble a wine greater than the sum of its parts. The 70% new French oak program gives the wine structural polish without overwhelming the fruit, a balance confirmed by its 94-point score from Tasting Panel and 92 points from Wine Spectator. Joe Wagner's fifth-generation winemaking experience translates into a Cabernet that is unapologetically ripe yet controlled, built for drinkers who want intensity without losing nuance. In the 375ml format, it is one of the more compelling half-bottles available from Napa Valley.